2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | GMC | Smart |
| Model | Sierra | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 22 L |
