2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 636 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Sierra | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
