2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 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 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 48 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 909 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | S2000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |