1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma

To start off, both 1999 Dodge Intrepid and 1999 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. 1999 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1999 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 1999 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications: