2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |