2010 Nissan NP300 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan NP300 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | NP300 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
