2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 553 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |