2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
