2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 796 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |