2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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 2011 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Titan 2011 Hyundai Genesis
Make Nissan Hyundai
Model Titan Genesis
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 523 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4976 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2936 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 77 L


 

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