2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 538 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Forester | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
