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Nissan Titan II King Cab 5.6 V8 (390 Hp) 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 King Cab Overview:
Nissan Titan (II King Cab). With 394 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2490 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. 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) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This powerful 5.6L V8 provides excellent performance for a full-size pickup, offering strong acceleration and significant power reserves for demanding tasks like towing and hauling.
Fuel Economy
Fuel efficiency is a trade-off for the V8's power, with combined consumption of 15.7 l/100 km. It's typical for its class but will be a consideration for daily drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful 5.6L V8 engine with strong towing and hauling capabilities.
- • Spacious King Cab interior offers good passenger and cargo flexibility.
- • Robust build quality suitable for demanding work and off-road conditions.
- • Comfortable ride for a full-size truck, especially on highways.
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, particularly in city driving.
- • Limited engine options (only one V8 initially) compared to rivals.
- • Large size can be challenging for maneuvering and parking in urban environments.
- • Rear leaf spring suspension might not offer the smoothest unladen ride compared to coil-sprung competitors.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II XD Crew Cab: 2015 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Titan |
| Generation: | II King Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 V8 (390 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5-6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 390 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 394 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VK56VD [Same engine] 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: | 15.23 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) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 156.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2488-2493 |
| Max. weight: | 3221 |
| Max load: | 728-733 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.5-20.8° |
| Length: | 5794-5804 mm mm [371mm less] |
| Width: | 2019-2050 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1908 mm mm [73mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3551 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1725-1727 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1725-1727 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 211-246 mm |
| Approach angle: | 16.3-16.5° |
| Departure angle: | 20.8° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| 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 | 265/70 R18; 275/70 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.0J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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