2008 BMW M5 vs. 2003 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2003 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M5 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
