2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
