2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Titan 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) has 209 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Titan | Optra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1598 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 |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
