2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Titan. (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Titan. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1997 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 1997 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vector |
| Model | Titan | M12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2750 mm |
