2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 186 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1222 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (488 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Transit Connect | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3650 mm |
