2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |