2001 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2001 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2001 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
