2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sonoma | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sonoma | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 92 L |
