2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra. 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |