2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 847 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3130 mm |
