2002 Honda Acty vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 489 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Acty has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Acty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Acty | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Acty | Frontier |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1329 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |