2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
