2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Frontier and 2006 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 2006 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera, 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 (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1769 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |
