2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, both 2006 Nissan Frontier and 2006 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2006 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Frontier 2006 Toyota Sequoia
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Frontier Sequoia
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 4671 cc
Horse Power 0 HP 273 HP
Torque 235 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 3010 mm


 

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