2006 Hyundai Panel Van vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Panel Van would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Panel Van will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Panel Van | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Panel Van | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 3954 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
