Petrol engines (Toyota Hilux) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Nissan Navara) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: 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:
21 years
27 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Murano
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:
yes
no
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:
5.26 m
5.22 m
Width:
1.76 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.81 m
1.78 m
Toyota Hilux is 4 cm longer than the Nissan Navara, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Hilux is 3 cm higher.
