2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Highlander |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |