2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sonoma and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sonoma | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sonoma | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
