2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 GMC Sonoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sonoma | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
