2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | K2700 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
