2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 GMC Sierra.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |