2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 1400 | G8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
