2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Am | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
