2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Sierra | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 354 Nm | 454 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2946 mm |