2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 601 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |