2024 Nissan Titan vs. 2023 Toyota Tacoma Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan Titan

2024 Nissan
Titan

MSRP*: $46,040 to $63,020
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Picture of the 2023 Toyota Tacoma

2023 Toyota
Tacoma

MSRP*: $28,600 to $50,740
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 17 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 20 - 21 MPG 20 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 - 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 400-hp, 5.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 159-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 159 - 278 hp
Towing Capacity 9,050 - 9,299 lbs 3,500 - 6,800 lbs
Exterior Length 228.2 - 229.5 in 212.3 - 225.5 in
Exterior Width 79.5 - 80.7 in 74.4 - 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 24.8 - 38.5 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 24.6 - 32.6 in
Head Room Front 40.9 - 41.0 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.4 in
Front 39.7 in
Rear 34.9 - 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Nissan Titan than the Toyota Tacoma. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Nissan Titan and the Toyota Tacoma.

Convenience
The Nissan Titan requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Tacoma, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Nissan Titan will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Tacoma, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Titan is much wider than the Toyota Tacoma, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Nissan Titan, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Tacoma.

Handling
The Nissan Titan has a significantly larger turning radius than the Toyota Tacoma, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Nissan Titan is clearly the choice over the Toyota Tacoma for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Titan greatly outmuscles the Toyota Tacoma.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Nissan Titan does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Toyota Tacoma.

Utility
The Nissan Titan offers a little more seating capacity than the Toyota Tacoma, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them.