2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (368 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 290 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 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2010 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Frontier | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
