2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 702 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Five Hundred | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 266 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |