2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 (354 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rodius has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Sierra | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3010 mm |
