2005 Toyota Echo 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 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 397 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Echo | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Echo | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 932 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |