2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
