2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 192 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (488 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
