2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 704 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
