2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 519 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, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Frontier | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
