2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
