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    Toyota Fortuner vs Nissan Note

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Fortuner and Nissan Note? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Fortuner

    Toyota Fortuner
    KES Ksh 12,000/dayView Details

    Nissan Note

    Nissan Note
    KES Ksh 3,500/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Fuel Type

    Both vehicles run on Petrol

    Seating Capacity

    Both vehicles have 5 seats

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Fortuner

    KES Ksh 12,000

    Nissan Note

    KES Ksh 3,500

    Difference: 8500

    Engine

    Toyota Fortuner

    2.7 L petrol I4

    Nissan Note

    1.2 L petrol I3

    Horsepower

    Toyota Fortuner

    158 hp

    Nissan Note

    79 hp

    Difference: 79

    Torque

    Toyota Fortuner

    241 Nm

    Nissan Note

    106 Nm

    Difference: 135

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Fortuner

    8 km/L

    Nissan Note

    17.5 km/L

    Difference: 9.5

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Fortuner

    10 km/L

    Nissan Note

    22 km/L

    Difference: 12.0

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Fortuner

    5 days

    Nissan Note

    3 days

    Difference: 2

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Fortuner and Nissan Note, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Fortuner features a 2.7 L petrol I4 producing 158 hp and 241 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Nissan Note comes with a 1.2 L petrol I3 delivering 79 hp and 106 Nm of torque. The Toyota Fortuner offers 79 more horsepower than the Nissan Note.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Fortuner achieves 8 km/L, while the Nissan Note manages 17.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 10 km/L from the Toyota Fortuner and 22 km/L from the Nissan Note. Overall, the Nissan Note is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

    Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Fortuner offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Nissan Note accommodates 5 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Fortuner

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 days

    Nissan Note

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 3 days

    Value for Money

    When considering value, it's important to look beyond just the daily rate and evaluate what you get for the price.

    Pricing Comparison

    Toyota Fortuner

    KES Ksh 12,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 11,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 9,500/day

    Nissan Note

    KES Ksh 3,500/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 250/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 3,250/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 3,000/day

    While the Toyota Fortuner is KES Ksh 8,500/day more expensive than the Nissan Note, it offers more power.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota FortunerNissan Note
    Daily RateKES Ksh 12,000KES Ksh 3,500
    CategorySUV, 4x4Dudu, Small Car
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Seats55
    Engine2.7 L petrol I41.2 L petrol I3
    Horsepower158 hp79 hp
    Torque241 Nm106 Nm
    City Fuel Economy8 km/L17.5 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy10 km/L22 km/L
    SunroofNoNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental5 days3 days
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 250/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 2,500/dayKES Ksh 500/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Fortuner and Nissan Note offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Fortuner if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance

    Choose the Nissan Note if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Require shorter rental periods

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