2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 1999 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3130 mm |
