2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1501 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
