Most of the noise in the full-size pickup truck market happens between the Detroit Three: The Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500/GMC Sierra 1500, and Ram 1500. However, the 2024 Toyota Tundra and 2024 Nissan Titan deserve consideration, as they bring valuable alternative approaches to this highly competitive class.
Toyota gave the Tundra a significant makeover for the 2022 model year, shaking up a truck that had been mostly unchanged since 2007. Other than a minor refresh in 2020, Nissan hasn’t updated the Titan since the 2016 model year, and 2024 marks its final year.
Which full-size truck is best for you and your family? Let’s compare the 2024 Toyota Tundra and the 2024 Nissan Titan to find out.
2024 Toyota Tundra
When some competitors have celebrated their 100th anniversary, a truck with a quarter-century of production seems like a newcomer. However, the Tundra launched as a 2000 model, and has evolved across three generations. The most recent version came out in 2022. Tundra trucks have become known for their dependability and loyal following. Prices start at $41,815, including a $1,850 destination fee.
Toyota Tundra Highlights
Turbocharged and hybrid powertrains: After decades of offering naturally aspirated (non-turbocharged) V6 and V8 engines, the 2024 Tundra comes with a 358-horsepower twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 gasoline-only engine, a 389-hp twin-turbo 3.4-liter gasoline-only engine, or a 437-hp turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 hybrid gasoline-electric powertrain.
Luxury editions: This generation of Tundra slathers on the luxury models, from the $63,625 Platinum to the $80,695 Capstone trim. The top-of-the-line Capstone checks every box with 22-inch alloy wheels, power running boards and BedStep, semi-aniline leather, American Walnut wood-grain trim, a 10-inch head-up display, adaptive variable suspension, and load-leveling rear height control air suspension.
Off-Road version: Since it’s not just a work truck anymore, Toyota teamed up with TRD (Toyota Racing Development) for a TRD Pro version of the Tundra (starting at $73,980) with a heritage-inspired “TOYOTA” grille with an LED light bar and marker lights, an electronically controlled locking rear differential, TRD Pro off-road suspension with Fox shocks and a 1.1-inch front lift, and Multi-Terrain Select with Crawl Control.
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2024 Nissan Titan
The Nissan Titan has been on sale since the 2004 model year, and 2024 marks its last. While the other full-size pickups usually enjoy 6-figure sales numbers in the U.S., the Titan lurks below the radar with sales under 30,000 per year during the 2020s. Pricing starts at $48,700, including a $2,010 delivery fee.
Nissan Titan Highlights
V8 power: While the Tundra has gone to turbocharging its V6, the Titan keeps it simple with a 400-hp naturally aspirated V8 under the hood.
XD variant: Bridging the gap between a light-duty and heavy-duty truck, the Titan XD has a longer wheelbase than the regular Titan, greater payload and towing capability, and can be set up with an available gooseneck mount to tow up to 11,050 pounds.
Excellent warranty: The Titan comes with a 5-year/100,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, something no other full-size truck can match. The Tundra’s basic warranty is for three years/36,000 miles, and its powertrain warranty covers five years/60,000 miles.
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Similarities
The Toyota Tundra and Nissan Titan both have high-end versions and off-road versions. Neither truck stretches to compare with the Detroit Three when it comes to bed and cab configurations.
Conclusion
The 2024 Toyota Tundra and 2024 Nissan Titan might seem like also-rans in a race between the Ford, GM, and Ram trucks, but that’s a narrow view of the truck market. The Tundra is a modern truck with a broad range of variants and has a unique take on the pickup as a family fun machine. It also boasts fantastic resale value. Thanks to continuous minor improvements, Nissan has managed to keep the Titan fresh and vital, and the XD version can solve issues for the customer who needs a little more capability than most full-size trucks offer but doesn’t want to go full heavy-duty work truck. For the family who wants to stand out from the crowd, the Tundra and Titan make satisfactory alternatives.
Still, we must choose between the two, and the 2024 Toyota Tundra gets our nod in this comparison. The liveliness of the new turbocharged V6 and hybrid V6 powertrains make the difference for us, along with a fresher exterior and interior design.
| 2024 Toyota Tundra (SR Crew Cab 4×2, 5.5-foot bed) | 2024 Nissan Titan (Crew Cab SV 4×2, 5.5-foot bed) | |
| Starting Price | $43,865 | $48,700 |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | Twin-turbo 3.4-liter V6/RWD | Naturally aspirated (non-turbo) 5.6-liter V8/RWD |
| Horsepower | 358 hp @ 5,200 rpm | 400 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm | 413 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Fuel economy | 18 city/23 highway/20 mpg combined | 15 city/21 highway/17 mpg combined |
| Also Available | Twin-turbo gas-electric 3.4-liter V6, 4WD | 4WD |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 5 years/100,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/100,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety | 5-Star | 4-Star |
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 145.7 inches | 139.8 inches |
| Overall Length | 233.6 inches | 228.2 inches |
| Width | 80.2 inches | 79.5 inches |
| Height | 78.0 inches | 75.4 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 48.6 feet | 48.0 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 41.0 inches | 41.0 inches |
| Headroom, 2nd Row | 38.5 inches | 40.4 inch |
| Legroom, Front | 41.2inches | 41.8 inches |
| Legroom, 2nd Row | 33.3 inches | 38.5 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 65.0 inches | 63.3 inches |
| Shoulder Room, 2nd Row | 63.4 inches | 63.6 inches |
