2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry 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 246 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1304 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
