2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1504 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
