2003 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,816 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (275 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (386 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2003 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2003 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 1998 Nissan President | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | President |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4816 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3040 mm |
