2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 2005 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
