2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Peugeot 206

To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP) has 271 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1404 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Sierra 2006 Peugeot 206
Make GMC Peugeot
Model Sierra 206
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5996 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 74 HP
Torque 515 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2478 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 50 L