2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
