2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 72 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sonoma | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
