2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Frontier | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |