2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1998 Honda Today

To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today 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 218 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 830 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Frontier 1998 Honda Today
Make Nissan Honda
Model Frontier Today
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1400 mm


 

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