2011 Nissan Titan vs. 2009 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Sandero would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2009 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Sandero.
Because 2011 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 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Sandero, 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Sandero. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Titan | 2009 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Titan | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
