2003 Nissan Xterra vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 12 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 209 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
