2006 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 912 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Justy | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Justy | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
