2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sonoma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
