2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |