2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
