2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | MiTo | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |