1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sonoma | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2624 mm |
