2005 Nissan Platina 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 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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 Nissan Platina. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Platina | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Platina | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |