2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 5 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z 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 2013 Nissan Z. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Titan | Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |