2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 227 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Golf. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
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 | 340 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |