2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix

To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.

Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Titan Matrix
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1549 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 50 L


 

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