2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 241 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1675 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
