2002 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 118 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Getz | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Getz | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
