2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
