2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 54 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Hardbody | Juke |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1441 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
