2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
