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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 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 894 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
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 | 3824 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |