2003 Xedos 9 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Xedos 9 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Xedos | Nissan |
| Model | 9 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
