1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Sonoma | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sonoma | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |