2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. 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 Renault Scenic. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
