2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP) has 230 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3650 mm |
