2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Nissan | Jeep |
Model | Titan | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |