2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pickup | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pickup | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3250 mm |