1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 848 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 400 R | Titan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
