2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 103 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
