2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2003 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-350 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 98 L |
