2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX 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 78 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | RunX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
