2004 GMC Sonoma vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sonoma and 2004 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sonoma | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sonoma | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |