2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
