2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 192 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 943 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 56 L |
