2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |