2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 358 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 79 L |