2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 GMC Sonoma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sonoma | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sonoma | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
