2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 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 161 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 734 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
