2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 111 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 676 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Frontier | i20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17:01 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
