2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 682 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 2004 Lexus GS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Sierra | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |