2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Saturn L 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 950 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn L. 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 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L. 2004 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2004 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2004 Saturn L 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 Saturn L | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Sierra | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
