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Nissan Titan II XD 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 XD King Cab Overview:
Nissan Titan (II XD King Cab). With 394 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2704 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
Provides strong acceleration and ample power for most tasks, making it a capable workhorse or daily driver without the added complexity of 4WD.
Fuel Economy
While still thirsty, the 2WD configuration offers a marginal improvement in fuel economy over the 4WD version, making it slightly more palatable for highway use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful engine options (both petrol and diesel)
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities
- • Robust build quality suitable for heavy-duty work
- • Comfortable ride for a heavy-duty truck
- • Available 4WD for enhanced off-road and adverse weather conditions
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy, especially with the petrol V8
- • Large size can be cumbersome in urban environments and parking
- • Interior design might feel dated compared to newer rivals
- • Limited rear passenger space in King Cab configuration
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2003 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Titan |
| Generation: | II XD King Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 V8 (390 Hp) 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: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 146.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 147.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2669-2740 |
| Max. weight: | 3901 |
| Max load: | 1161-1232 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21.5° |
| Length: | 5855-5875 mm mm |
| Width: | 2019-2050 mm mm |
| Height: | 1976 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3551 mm mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 206 mm |
| Approach angle: | 16.2° |
| Departure angle: | 23.6° |
| 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 | 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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