1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 11 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 79 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. 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 2010 Honda Insight. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sonoma | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
