2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 871 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
