2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
