2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.

Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Acadia 2006 GMC Sierra
Make GMC GMC
Model Acadia Sierra
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3380 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 129 L


 

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