2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
