2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 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 141 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 927 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 79 L |
