1999 Nissan President vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 1999 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. 1999 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan President | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Hilux |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1610 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 |