2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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. Both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 GMC Sierra are equipped with a 5,965 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, both vehicles can yield 489 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 489 Nm | 489 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 129 L |