2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (290 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Titan | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
