2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Titan | NV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 106 L |
