2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 671 kg more than 2004 GMC Sonoma. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2004 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
