2005 MCC Crossblade 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 MCC Crossblade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Crossblade would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1572 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Crossblade | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Crossblade | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3200 mm |
