2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
