1998 GMC Sonoma vs. 1998 Ford Ranger
In comparing the 1998 GMC Sonoma's and the 1998 Ford Ranger's specifications and ratings, the 1998 GMC Sonoma has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1998 GMC Sonoma's and the 1998 Ford Ranger's specifications and ratings, the 1998 GMC Sonoma is a better car than the 1998 Ford Ranger.
1998 GMC Sonoma vs. 1998 Ford Ranger Pricing
A used 1998 GMC Sonoma ranges from $1,800 to $8,692 while a used 1998 Ford Ranger is priced between $2,997 to $11,988.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 GMC Sonoma’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the 1998 Ford Ranger base engine makes 117 horsepower. The Sonoma is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Ranger is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 408 miles. This gives the 1998 GMC Sonoma the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1998 Ford Ranger. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1998 GMC Sonoma and the 1998 Ford Ranger are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1998 Ford Ranger has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1800 - 8692
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2997 - 11988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.275033
GMC Sonoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Ranger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.343272 / 10
Reliability:
8.929815 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Sonoma Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Ranger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
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3 out of / 7Ranking
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3 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Gasoline
1998 GMC Sonoma Trim Levels
SL, SLE, SLS Sport
1998 Ford Ranger Trim Levels
Splash, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
140 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Max Payload:
1171 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
117 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
149 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.038 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1260 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 408 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3028 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
63.2 inches
Length:
189 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3060 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available