2004 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
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2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Uplander | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |