2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Suzuki | GMC |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
