2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Hardbody | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
