2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 953 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
