2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Transit Connect | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |
