2002 Toyota FXS vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota FXS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota FXS | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | FXS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4290 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
