2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
