2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 981 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Venture | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |
