2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (354 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Sierra 2006 Jaguar S-Type
Make GMC Jaguar
Model Sierra S-Type
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 235 HP
Torque 354 Nm 293 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2920 mm


 

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