2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Navara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Navara | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Navara | Navara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |