2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Sierra | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |