2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
