2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sonoma | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sonoma | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
