1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 14 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 550 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 GMC Sonoma | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Sonoma | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2968 mm |