2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 206 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 2009 Honda Civic. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
