2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (318 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Frontier | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
