2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Nissan Frontier contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and the 2008 Nissan Frontier.
When comparing the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado's and the 2008 Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. The 2008 Nissan Frontier has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Nissan Frontier have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado's and the 2008 Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is a better car than the 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Pricing: A used 2008 Chevrolet Colorado ranges from $4,752 to $13,192 while a used 2008 Nissan Frontier is priced between $5,901 to $13,973.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado loses 42.3 percent of its value and the 2008 Nissan Frontier loses 39.6 percent of its value. This means the 2008 Nissan Frontier retains 2.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Colorado and Nissan Frontier is 7.8 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Chevrolet Colorado is ranked 6 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks and Nissan Frontier is ranked 5 out of 7, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Colorado is 8.0 out of 10. For the Nissan Frontier the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Colorado a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Frontier.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the 2008 Nissan Frontier base engine makes 152 horsepower. The Colorado is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The Frontier is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles. This gives the 2008 Nissan Frontier the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2008 Nissan Frontier is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado offers bed lengths of 61.1 and 72.8 inches, and the 2008 Nissan Frontier offers bed lengths of 59.5 and 73.3 inches.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and the 2008 Nissan Frontier have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
14510
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
17383
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
14220 - 28000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
16150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
17383
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
14220 - 28000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
8878
Price Range:
4752 - 13192
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10007
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
8878 - 13256
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
37
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
125891
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
9642
Price Range:
5901 - 13973
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10007
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
8878 - 13256
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
38
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
163439
# Good or Great Deals:
11
Chevrolet Colorado Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Nissan Frontier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2008 Nissan Frontier
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.946926383406976
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.8 - 11.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.8525350696982223
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.8 - 11.0
Chevrolet Colorado Rankings
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7 out of / 7Summary Review
GM stopped making the Chevrolet Colorado in 2012, but it returned for the 2015 model year as a much-improved vehicle.
Summary Review
The Nissan Frontier received a much-needed redesign for 2022, transforming it from the oldest to the newest truck in the midsize category. Its drivetrain, a 3.8-liter V6 with 310 horsepower connected to a 9-speed automatic transmission, was all new in 2021. Now the rest of the truck has caught up, giving the Frontier a stylishly-aggressive exterior design, high-quality interior materials, and a long list of advanced standard and optional technology.
Pros and Cons
- Well-rounded modern design
- Diesel option
- Effective infotainment technology
- Big discounts off sticker price are common
- Big discounts off sticker price make used vehicle values cloudy
- Reliability issues in past models
Pros and Cons
- Powerful engine mates to an advanced, capable transmission
- Appealing style, inside and out
- Wide range of standard and optional high-tech features
- Towing capacity weaker than many competitors
- Resale value not as strong as class leaders
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
61.1 inches, 72.8 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
59.5 inches, 73.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Chevrolet Colorado Trim Levels
LS, LT, Work Truck
2008 Nissan Frontier Trim Levels
LE, Nismo, SE, SE V6, XE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
190 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2400 lbs
Max Payload:
1547 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1008 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
401 / 485 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
87.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3303 lbs
Width:
67.6 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
192.4 inches
Wheelbase:
111.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3668 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
205.5 inches
Wheelbase:
125.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/75R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R15
Exterior Colors
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Black
Black / Black Granite Metallic
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic / Pace Blue
Gray
Dark Gray Metallic
Green
Woodland Green
Orange
Inferno Orange Metallic / Tangier Orange
Red
Deep Ruby Metallic / Victory Red
Silver
Silver Birch Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Super Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Red Braun
Silver
Radiant Silver
White
Avalanche
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Medium Pewter
Interior Colors
Gray
Graphite / Steel
