2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 (300 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda Pilot. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 77 L |
