Compare 2003 Nissan Frontier - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $21,199 | $14,840 | $16,570 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $19,827 | $13,577 | $14,996 |
| Destination | $540 | $510 | $635 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | N/A |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Vinyl/rubber Front | Carpeted Front And Rear | Vinyl/rubber Front |
| Front Windows | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Rear Windows | Manual | Manual Vented | Manual Vented |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Regular | Regular | Delay |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Split-bench | Split-bench |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Fixed |
| Rear Seats | Full Bench | 40-40 Jump | Full Jump |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Fixed | N/A | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Premium Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Equalizer | N/A | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | N/A |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | N/A | N/A | Auto On/off |
| Daytime Running Lights | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | N/A |
| Panic Alarm | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Door Locks | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Ignition Disable | N/A | N/A | PASSLock |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | N/A | Theftlock |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (12 Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | N/A | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Black | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Black | Black | With Chrome Bar |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 2 Doors | 3 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Tailgate | Tailgate | Tailgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Manual | Dual Manual Remote | Dual Manual |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Removeable Manual Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Power Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Roof Rack | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Pickup Box | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Pickup Cargo Box Light | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Pickup Truck Tonneau Cover | Soft | Soft | Hard |
| Pickup Bed Extender | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Pickup Bed Liner | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P265/70SR15.0 OWL AS | P205/75SR15.0 BSW AS | P205/75SR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 15" Painted Aluminum | 15" Steel | 15" Argent Styled Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent |
| Fender Flares | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.3L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.2L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | DOHC | OHV |
| Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | Four-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| 4WD Shift | Manual | N/A | N/A |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Exhaust | Non Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Re-circulating Ball | Rack And Pinion | Re-circulating Ball |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Heavy Duty |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | Short And Long Arm |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Springs | Torsion Bar | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf | Leaf | Leaf |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Shocks | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Rear Springs | Leaf | Leaf | Leaf |
| Electronic Stability System | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.64 | 3.58 | 4.10 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 199.9 " | 203.1 " | 204.8 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 71.2 " | 66.5 " | 67.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 67.1 " | 63.5 " | 62.7 " |
| Exterior Box Length | 56.3 " | 74.5 " | 72.8 " |
| Engine | 3.3L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.2L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 180 @ 4,800 Rpm | 142 @ 5,000 Rpm | 120 @ 5,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 202 @ 2,800 Rpm | 160 @ 4,000 Rpm | 140 @ 3,600 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 16 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 22 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 18 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 9.9 Seconds | 8.7 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 17.1 Seconds | 16.7 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 81 Mph | 86 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 58 Mph | 60 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.60/3.27 " | 3.74/3.38 " | 3.50/3.46 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,093 Lbs. | 2,950 Lbs. | 3,198 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,200 Lbs. | 4,500 Lbs. | 4,600 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,500 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,300 Lbs. |
| Payload | 970 Lbs. | 1,550 Lbs. | 1,202 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 3,500 Lbs. | 3,500 Lbs. | 5,600 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | N/A | N/A | 5,500 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 " | 121.9 " | 122.9 " |
| Front Track | 60.0 " | 57.1 " | 54.5 " |
| Rear Track | 59.3 " | 57.3 " | 54.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 20.9 '' | 20.8 '' | 20.6 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | N/A | 8.5 " |
| Front Legroom | 41.4 " | 42.8 " | 42.4 " |
| Rear Legroom | 30.7 " | 27.2 " | 32.2 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.3 " | 38.7 " | 39.5 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.8 " | 34.8 " | 33.3 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.2 " | 49.6 " | 51.6 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 49.1 " | 48.8 " | 18.4 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.3 " | 53.9 " | 56.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 54.4 " | 52.3 " | 15.6 " |
| Pickup Box Minimum Width | 41.7 " | 40.9 " | 40.3 " |
| Pickup Box Maximum Width | 59.8 " | N/A | N/A |
| Pickup Box Depth | 17.1 " | 15.9 " | 16.8 " |
| Passenger Volume | 75 Cu.ft. | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 19.4 Gal. | 15.8 Gal. | 18.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Driver's | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
