2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 187 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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.
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2009 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |