2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1999 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3130 mm |
