2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 321 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (274 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 240 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |