2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 736 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Camry. 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (336 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (318 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
