2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 587 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |