2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Frontier | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
