2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 69 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Frontier | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |