2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | Forester |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
