2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 708 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable 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. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
