Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.
Performance
Power:
163 HP
174 HP
Torque:
350 NM
403 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
11.5 seconds
Toyota Hilux engine produces 11 HP less power than Nissan Navara, whereas torque is 53 NM less than Nissan Navara.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
9.2
Fuel tank capacity:
80 litres
80 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
420'000 km
440'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
25 years
27 years
Engine spread:
Used also on Toyota Land Cruiser
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.
Toyota Hilux 2005 3.0 engine: The engine tends to be noisy and vibrate.
Nozzle life is limited when using poor quality fuel.
Increased oil consumption tends to occur over time.
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.