2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 976 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 (488 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
