2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 916 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
