2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Logan would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 381 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan, 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
