2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
