2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP) has 225 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2852 mm |
