2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | ESX 3 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
