2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 634 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (447 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
