2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
