2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 283 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Cavalier | Sonoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |