1998 Nissan President vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | President | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3090 mm |
