2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 794 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 996 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2360 mm |
