2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma.
Because 2004 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2004 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3130 mm |
