2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1589 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Yaris | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |
