2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 514 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
