2009 Tata Nano vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Nano would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1378 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Nano | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Nano | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
