2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 2012 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Frontier | Flex |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
