2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 152 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |