2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2013 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Altima | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Altima | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |