2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 6 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 77 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Sonoma | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
