2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | R2 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 106 L |
