2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Livina. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Livina 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 | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Livina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
