2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 140 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 (489 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 59 L |
