2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa 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 166 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
