2006 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 98 L |
