2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 321 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra. 2004 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
