2001 Nissan MM vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 505 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | MM | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 79 L |
