2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |