2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sonoma | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
