1990 Audi V8 vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2005 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | V8 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
