2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 167 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
