2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (489 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
