2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 112 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 807 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
