2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |