2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Frontier | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |