2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Hardbody and 2007 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 637 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Note. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Hardbody | Note |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 46 L |
