2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Edge. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Edge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |
