2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Scion xB
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Frontier and 2010 Scion xB were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion xB weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Scion xB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xB. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2010 Scion xB has manual transmission. 2010 Scion xB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Scion xB | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Frontier | xB |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
