2004 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan Titan 2012 Toyota Tundra
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Titan Tundra
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5556 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 514 Nm 266 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2398 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 50 L


 

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