2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 804 kg more than 2004 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
