1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Typhoon | Altima |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
