2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (325 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 334 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (502 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |
