2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2004 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Sierra | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |