2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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 91 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Sierra 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
Make GMC SsangYong
Model Sierra Chairman H
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 209 HP
Torque 488 Nm 318 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2337 kg 1637 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2910 mm


 

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