2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 90 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 368 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2774 mm |