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Nissan Titan II XD Crew Cab 5.6 V8 (390 Hp) 4WD Automatic
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Nissan Titan:
The Nissan Titan is a full-size pickup truck which was manufactured by Nissan USA in Canton, Mississippi for the North American market from September 2003 to November 2024 over two generations. The first generation was produced for the 2004-2015 model years , with an intermediate refresh for MY 2008. The second generation was made for MY 2016-2024, with production beginning in November 2015 and an intermediate refresh for MY 2020. Both generations have an extended cab or crew cab design, with the second-generation also having a two-door regular cab variant. The Titan has a V8 engine which is mounted in the front and either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, with the second generation adding a diesel engine alongside a revised version of the gasoline engine used in the first generation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II XD Crew Cab Overview:
Nissan Titan (II XD Crew Cab). With 394 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2940 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.6 V8 (390 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong, naturally aspirated V8 power, excellent for towing and general heavy-duty tasks with smooth delivery through the automatic transmission and added 4WD capability.
Fuel Economy
Typical V8 truck fuel consumption; not class-leading in efficiency but provides expected performance for its size and power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities, especially with the Cummins diesel.
- • Comfortable and spacious crew cab interior.
- • Robust build quality designed for heavy-duty use.
- • Unique positioning between half-ton and three-quarter-ton trucks.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is typical for a large truck, not a strong point.
- • Ride quality can be firm, especially when unladen.
- • Limited engine options compared to some competitors.
- • Resale value can lag behind segment leaders.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2003 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Titan |
| Generation: | II XD Crew Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 V8 (390 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5-6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 390 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 394 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VK56VD More details about the engine VK56VD |
| Engine displacement: | 5552 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 14.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.2:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 137 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2847-3033 |
| Max. weight: | 3924-3992 |
| Max load: | 959-1077 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 19.5-20.9° |
| Length: | 6165-6187 mm mm |
| Width: | 2019-2050 mm mm |
| Height: | 1981-2002 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3551 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1737-1742 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1737-1742 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 206-241 mm |
| Approach angle: | 19.65-21.03° |
| Departure angle: | 23.58-27.52° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/75 R17; 275/65 R18; 265/60 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17; 7.5J x 18; 7.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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