Nissan Titan - Diesel Goodness
Diesel Goodness.... I like it! :B BTW... I think Gale Banks likes this one too! :W Link
Forum Discussion
Why not make a comparison? My 2004.0 305HP/555TQ Cummins is "rated" similarly to the Nissan in towing (though it can do far more, and did in commercial service). It's a fair enough comparison in terms of power and trailer towing. The smaller rear axle is the giveaway as to the Nissans limits.
For someone wanting a better blend of power and fuel economy the Nissan may wind up being a good choice.
FE comparisons have to be made citing exact truck spec, climate and terrain for accuracy. Driver motivation, as well (call that mpg at 65 or slower on cruise control to make it easy). Random numbers outside of this contextual set don't mean much as they are determinative per Cummins. Some guy claiming X without the above factors cited is blowing hot air (to be kind). T
Were I to change to this new truck then I'd be concerned how well it does carrying a constant 1200-lbs payload, and is the engine also designed to last 350k as is my CTD, or is it in Ford/GM territory at 225k miles? That twin turbo setup tells me that it more likely the latter. Longest life with highest reliability at lowest cost is what drives this kind of decision for me.
At current $2.75/gl my life average is 12.5 cpm fuel cost. Given the higher cost of operation of an emissions-controlled diesel versus my exempt drivetrain, I'd want to see similar or better numbers to offset higher lifetime operational costs ( as is the case in comparing a current CTD to my truck).
For someone wanting a better blend of power and fuel economy the Nissan may wind up being a good choice.
FE comparisons have to be made citing exact truck spec, climate and terrain for accuracy. Driver motivation, as well (call that mpg at 65 or slower on cruise control to make it easy). Random numbers outside of this contextual set don't mean much as they are determinative per Cummins. Some guy claiming X without the above factors cited is blowing hot air (to be kind). T
Were I to change to this new truck then I'd be concerned how well it does carrying a constant 1200-lbs payload, and is the engine also designed to last 350k as is my CTD, or is it in Ford/GM territory at 225k miles? That twin turbo setup tells me that it more likely the latter. Longest life with highest reliability at lowest cost is what drives this kind of decision for me.
At current $2.75/gl my life average is 12.5 cpm fuel cost. Given the higher cost of operation of an emissions-controlled diesel versus my exempt drivetrain, I'd want to see similar or better numbers to offset higher lifetime operational costs ( as is the case in comparing a current CTD to my truck).
