2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 798 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
