2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz, 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Titan | Vitz |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |