2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 54 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Frontier | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 369 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |