2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 587 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Frontier | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
