2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Sierra | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |