2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Terrano and 2008 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3956 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
