2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |