2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 299 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Frontier | Equus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
