2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2616 mm |
