2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Sonic would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2013 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 2013 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Sonic | Titan |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4039 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 106 L |