2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 226 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1399 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 New Beetle. 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 (489 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
