1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 182 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Frontier |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |