2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
