2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Nissan Titan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 140 L |