1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sonoma | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3590 mm |
