2009 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Edge | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
