2005 Nissan Pickup vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 492 kg more than 1998 Vector M12.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pickup | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vector |
| Model | Pickup | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
