2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 830 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Frontier | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
