2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 63 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sonoma | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sonoma | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
