2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sonoma | CRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
