2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | TSO | Crew |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
