2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sonoma | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Sonoma | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |