2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 104 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Sonoma | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
