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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (325 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 759 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (502 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 5736 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 502 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |