2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1995 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Crew 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 1995 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 1995 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Frontier | Crew |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |