2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1443 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | GMC | Smart |
Model | Sierra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |