2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 352 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |