2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 66 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Frontier | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
