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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP). 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 831 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 (447 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm). 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 | 5359 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
