2012 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Tacoma | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Tacoma | Frontier |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2660 mm |