2004 GMC Sonoma vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 468 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Sonoma | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sonoma | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |