2000 BMW 330 vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2000 BMW 330 and 2000 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Sonoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |