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Nissan Frontier vs. Ram 1500

When we compare the Nissan Frontier to the Ram 1500, the Nissan Frontier has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Frontier versus the Ram 1500, the Nissan Frontier is a better car than the Ram 1500.

Nissan Frontier versus Ram 1500 Pricing

A used 2023 Nissan Frontier ranges from $34,352 to $47,927 while a used 2023 Ram 1500 is priced between $52,954 to $110,521. For a new model, the Nissan Frontier's price is between $34,070 and $48,145, with the Ram 1500 priced between $49,414 and $85,397.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Nissan Frontier’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Ram 1500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Nissan Frontier, a midsize truck, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Nissan Frontier has the advantage of higher ground clearance, while the Ram 1500 has the advantage of higher towing capacity and payload capacity.

Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths

The Nissan Frontier is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The Nissan Frontier offers bed lengths of 59.5, 72.7, and 73.7 inches, and the Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4 and 76.3 inches.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Nissan Frontier has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Nissan Frontier

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$34,070 - $48,145

Used Asking Price:

$34,352 - $47,927

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

27.8%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$49,414 - $85,397

Used Asking Price:

$52,954 - $110,521

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

8.0 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

3 / 11
3 / 11
3 / 11
3 / 6

Midsize Trucks with Best Resale Value

7 / 11
8 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

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. 

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Summary Review

Not yet available

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

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab

Available Bed Length(s)

59.5 inches, 72.7 inches, 73.7 inches

Available Bed Length(s)

67.4 inches, 76.3 inches

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Biodiesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Trim Levels

PRO-4X, PRO-X, S, SV

Trim Levels

Big Horn, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, Lone Star, Rebel, Tradesman, TRX

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

310 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

281 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.071 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Max Payload:

1600 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

305 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

269 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.064 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

7740 lbs

Max Payload :

2300 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.8 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4, AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 25 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

460 / 575 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.6 inches

Rear Leg Room:

26.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

52.4 inches

Cargo Space:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

85.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

66 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

65.7 inches

Cargo Space:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

117.2 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4343 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

71.7 inches

Length:

210.2 inches

Wheelbase:

126 inches

Ground Clearance:

9.4 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4765 lbs

Width:

82.1 inches

Height:

77.6 inches

Length:

228.9 inches

Wheelbase:

140.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

265/70R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

275/65R18