2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 240 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Honda Civic. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2004 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
