2009 Nissan Cube vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Cube (120 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube. 2009 Nissan Cube has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Cube will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Cube | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cube | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
