2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 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 2008 Toyota Sienna. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
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2004 GMC Sierra | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3040 mm |