2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 662 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Tacoma 2012 Nissan Frontier
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Tacoma Frontier
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2694 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2581 kg 1919 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 80 L


 

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