2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2885 mm |
