2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Note 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 2008 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note.
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, 2008 Nissan Note, 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Titan | Note |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 46 L |
