2018 Nissan Titan vs Titan XD

Performance

When it comes to performance, the Nissan Titan is a dependable model that will get you through most daily scraps. But if you need heavy-duty equipment, your best bet is the Titan XD. The Titan XD is designed to bring greater engine power and capacity to the table.

The Nissan Titan has:

• A 5.6-liter V8 gas engine.
• An option of 310 horsepower with 555 lbs of torque, or 390 horsepower and 401 lbs of torque
• A 7-speed automatic transmission
• 21 EPA-estimated miles per gallon on the highway

The Titan XD has similar options for torque, horsepower, and EPA mileage. However, it also has these features:

• An option of a 5.6-liter V8 gas engine or a 5.0-liter V8 diesel engine
• A 7-speed automatic transmission with the gas engine and 6-speed automatic transmission with the diesel

The diesel option will be ideal for a number of truckers. But if you're happy with the capabilities of the original Nissan, that's a perfectly dependable truck. Your decision will depend heavily on how heavy-duty your plans for the truck are. Do you need such a powerful engine to follow your dreams?

Appearance

The external features of the trucks are very similar. The overall design is sleek and tough. The Nissan Titan offers classic options for its external capabilities, while the Titan XD goes above and beyond. The truck that suits you best will vary depending on your intended use.

The Nissan Titan:

• Has a full-length, fully boxed ladder frame
• Has a crew cab with a maximum payload capacity of up to 1,610 pounds
• Has a maximum towing capacity of up to 9,400 pounds

The Titan XD:

• Has a full-length, fully boxed ladder frame that has been reinforced
• Contains commercial components such as heavy-duty brakes
• Has a crew cab with a maximum payload capacity of up to 2,080 pounds
• Comes with an integrated gooseneck hitch

Features

Comes with an integrated gooseneck hitch

• A serene and relaxing cabin
• Zero gravity seats that make the ride an adventure
• A cargo bed you can customize

With the Titan XD, you'll get those features plus:

• An option for a diesel engine instead of a gas engine
• Increased engine horsepower and torque
• Increased carrying and towing capacity
• An integrated hitch to make towing easier

These are both sturdy, high-performance pickups that will take you where you want to go. No matter what adventure awaits you in the future, the Nissan Titan or Titan XD can guide you through it. You just need to decide how powerful you need your truck to be.

If you want more information on how to choose the right truck for you, you can talk to the experts at Horace Nissan. They have an excellent understanding of how cars work, and they pride themselves on providing customer satisfaction.