2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1288 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Ridgeline | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 129 L |