2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 756 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
