2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mondeo | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
