2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 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 132 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 488 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2919 mm |
