HI Beej,
I would recommend that you test drive the Titan and listen for yourself with regard to the exhaust note. It was interesting how I never noticed the exhaust volume the first time I test drive the Titan, I was very taken aback with the beauty, features, and new technology this truck has over the competition. However, on my subsequent test drives, I did notice, or was more aware of the exhaust note. Now compared to the Sequoia, which I currently drive the Titan does produces more noticeable exhaust note, and this may not be a good comparison e.g., SUV & pickup truck., compared to a Ford 150 (Lariat), you will definitely notice and hear the Titan’s exhaust note, I did test drove the 150 also.
However, I think it is a matter of preference if you will you like it or not, it’s up to you to decide. Now, I don’t want to influence your purchasing decision, and I do not want to bash the competitors, but my research, on the web, reading numerous reviews, owner feedbacks, gives the Titan the edge over the competition. Read the truckworld review:
http://www.truckworld.com/Truck-Test...y/04-4way.html
On a more personal preference, I really like the Titan’s overall body style, the front end really blends well with the body style, (the crew cab) especially the Galaxy black and the chrome trimmings makes this truck as good looking as my black 03’ Harley Heritage Softail Classic.
So have I bought one yet? I am trying to hold as much as to see if Nissan will discount further the 05’s. Here in San Diego, last check showed about 451 combined 05s & 06s Titan’s in the dealer’s inventory. Hopefully more discounts are coming.
- DC