2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Getz 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Getz Frontier
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1163 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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