2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 2 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 44 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 592 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Frontier | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
