2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Venturi |
| Model | Frontier | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2500 mm |
