2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Sonoma | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
