2015 Nissan Frontier vs Toyota Tacoma In Stuart, FL

If you're looking for a tough-as-nails truck with no-nonsense, come to Wallace Nissan in Stuart, FL, to see the 2015 Nissan Frontier. Whether you're off-roading, unloading or taking a scenic drive through the South Florida cities of Port St. Lucie, Palm City, White City or Jupiter, Wallace Nissan will make sure you do it in style.

Let's see how the 2015 Nissan Frontier stacks up against the Toyota Tacoma.

Nissan Frontier Value versus Toyota Tacoma Value

If you're short on cash, the 2015 Nissan Frontier will suit you just fine because it's affordable on any budget. With a starting MSRP of $17,990 for the King Cab, you get a lot standard features for that price tag. By contrast, the Tacoma similar-styled base Access Cab starts at $21,850 -- almost a full $4,000 more than the Frontier! Included in the low price of the 2015 Frontier are 15-inch wheels, a chrome grille, a tailgate spoiler and Front solar glass. Inside the spacious cabin, you'll find 2 12-volt power outlets, second-row under-seat storage and four cup and bottle holders as well as Bluetooth. A truck that's driven hard needs safety features that include a tire pressure monitoring system and steel-side-door guard beams. The Tacoma also comes with 15-inch wheels and a black grille and similar standard features, but again, at a premium price.

Powertrains

Two engines are available with the 2015 Toyota Frontier. Giving this full-bodied truck its agile power and performance is the standard a 2.5L D0HC 16-valve 4-cylinder with 152hp and 171 pounds of torque or a 4.0L 24-valve V6 with 261hp. A standard 5-speed manual transmission is also included on 4-cyl models while the V6 gets a 7-speed manual. Automatic transmission is optional on all models. The Tacoma gets a 2.7-liter, DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with 159 horsepower or a 4.0-liter, DOHC 24-valve V6 engine with 236hp. A 5-speed automatic transmission is standard and automatic is an option.

Frontier Cargo Capacity Compared to Tacoma Cargo Capacity

While the beds of both the Frontier and Tacoma are comparable in size, the 2015 Nissan Frontier is more innovative in how you carry your gear. The Frontier comes with a built-in set of tie-down cleats, making it easier to a haul your load and more convenient.