2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 476 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 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Sonoma | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | GMC | Saturn |
Model | Sonoma | Vue |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |