2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | G8 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
