1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Toyota Solara. 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 2004 Toyota Solara. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sonoma | Solara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
