2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LaCrosse | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3650 mm |
