2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 219 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1316 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Sierra 2006 Suzuki Jimny
Make GMC Suzuki
Model Sierra Jimny
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2436 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 6570 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 2450 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 4250 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 40 L


 

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