2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
