2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 212 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (502 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
