2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Frontier | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
