2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2003 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | Aero 8 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |