2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 142 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1221 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 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 Seat Ibiza. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
