2006 Nissan Navara vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Navara | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
