2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 (354 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 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 |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3110 mm |
