2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pickup | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pickup | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3240 mm |