2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | NP300 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
