Nissan Frontier vs Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Overview | |
Years produced1998-Present | Years produced2001-2005 |
MSRP$32,050 | MSRP$27,810 |
Listings9379 | Listings245 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryEquipped with a V6 engine, body-on-frame construction, and competitive towing and payload ratings, the 2025 Frontier gets several improvements that should help it to better compete with newer rivals. All Frontiers come with more standard safety features, and most models receive a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Towing capacity is up, more versions offer a long cargo bed option, and Nissan refines the look and feel of its only pickup. Verdict: Those changes make the 2025 Nissan Frontier more appealing. Not only that, but compared to some alternative models, the Frontier offers more comfortable front seats and a higher sense of quality. The Nissan’s excellent V6 engine is increasingly rare, too. But what the Frontier needs is a more compelling value equation. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.8L 310 hp V6 | Engine4.0L 210 hp V6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower310 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 5100 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway20 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.8L 310 hp V6 | Engine Name4.0L 210 hp V6 |
Torque281 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque254 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
Horsepower310 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 5100 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway20 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length73.3 in | Bed Length49.6 in |
Cargo Space | Cargo Space44.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4376 lbs | Curb Weight4583 lbs |
Height71.5 in | Height71.6 in |
Length210.2 in | Length210.2 in |
Width84.1 in | Width84.8 in |
Wheelbase126.0 in | Wheelbase130.5 in |
Maximum Payload1590 lbs | Maximum Payload1437 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload | Standard Payload1390 lbs |
Maximum Towing Capacity7150 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5250 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity5250 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1998-Present | 2001-2005 |
MSRP | $32,050 | $27,810 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Equipped with a V6 engine, body-on-frame construction, and competitive towing and payload ratings, the 2025 Frontier gets several improvements that should help it to better compete with newer rivals. All Frontiers come with more standard safety features, and most models receive a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Towing capacity is up, more versions offer a long cargo bed option, and Nissan refines the look and feel of its only pickup. Verdict: Those changes make the 2025 Nissan Frontier more appealing. Not only that, but compared to some alternative models, the Frontier offers more comfortable front seats and a higher sense of quality. The Nissan’s excellent V6 engine is increasingly rare, too. But what the Frontier needs is a more compelling value equation. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.8L 310 hp V6 | 4.0L 210 hp V6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6400 rpm | 210 hp @ 5100 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 20 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.8L 310 hp V6 | 4.0L 210 hp V6 |
Torque | 281 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 254 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6400 rpm | 210 hp @ 5100 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 20 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 73.3 in | 49.6 in |
Cargo Space | 44.4 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 4376 lbs | 4583 lbs |
Height | 71.5 in | 71.6 in |
Length | 210.2 in | 210.2 in |
Width | 84.1 in | 84.8 in |
Wheelbase | 126.0 in | 130.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1590 lbs | 1437 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1390 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7150 lbs | 5250 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5250 lbs | |

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