2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 304 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2933 mm |
