2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1599 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Accord | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |