2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
