2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 558 kg more than 2011 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Sierra | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |