1996 Nissan Presea vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1996 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Pontiac G8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Pontiac G8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Presea | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Presea | G8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
