Diesel (Nissan Navara) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Hilux) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences."
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Toyota Hilux engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
28 years
22 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Murano
Used only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Nissan Navara might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
no
yes
The Toyota Hilux engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Dimensions
Length:
5.22 m
5.26 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.76 m
Height:
1.78 m
1.81 m
Nissan Navara is 4 cm shorter than the Toyota Hilux, 9 cm wider, while the height of Nissan Navara is 3 cm lower.
