2004 Nissan Titan vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 971 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Titan | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2640 mm |
