2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 328 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |