2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Frontier | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
