1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 905 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma. 2008 Nissan Titan 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. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sonoma | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 4060 mm |
