2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2001 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2001 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sonoma | Titan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
