2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 274 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |