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1428 messages, Last post on Jul 02, 2008 at 6:58 PM
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I just bought an '05 Tacoma 4x2 DBL cab SB with the TRD sport package #2. I narrowed my choices down to these two trucks and I think it's safe to say they are both great trucks and vast improvements AND both will likely have a few problems because they are new designs-but still much less than the competition. I chose the Tacoma because of the resale history, reliability forecast, exterior looks (just not sure about the Frontier yet-just my opinion) and the interior feel and quality of the Tacoma. Also, since I live and work in Atlanta, a wide turning radius is a bigger deal to me than it may be to others-another reason I went with the Tacoma. I agree that the Frontier does have an edge based on price and the options (oh, you can get a Tacoma with leather-at least here in Atlanta-for an extra $1300 list-I've seen them in person). Both have great engines and improved handling and rides. Something I thought of for discussion and please do correct me if I'm way off here:data is directly from each company's web site.... the Tacoma has 245hp and a listed curb weight of 3800-4100 pounds for the double cab V6 (this is 15.5 to 16.7 lbs/hp). The Frontier Double Cab V6 has 265hp and a listed curb weight of 4200-4500 lbs. (this is 15.8 to 17 lbs/hp)- slight advantage for the Tacoma. When you examine the torque per lb - 282lb/ft for the Tacoma and 284lb/ft for the Frontier and then factor in the greater weights of the comparable Frontier over the Tacoma, the Tacoma has more torque per lb than the Frontier. So,the Tacoma actually seems to have more power per pound in horsepower and torque despite the Frontier's engine actually being stronger. I realize these weights are only for the double cab and don't factor in options which may greatly change the weights here, but it is something to think about. |
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I just purchased a 2005 LE Crew Cab with leather and Rockford Fostgate packages. I initially test drove and had my heart set on a Taco but chose the Frontier because... 1) I like the exterior styling of the LE better than the Taco Sport with the cosmetic hood scoop. 2) Leather/Power Seats, Sunroof, Compass, Homelink not available on Tacos here in Chicago. 3) Spray in bed liner. Step rails. 4) Availability issues for both but found a Frontier close to what I wanted. Couldn't find a Taco close to what I wanted. 5) Local Toyota dealer not in a bargaining mood. New model, Truck of the Year....Blah.Blah..Blah. 6) Nissans reputation for building excellent engines and improving quality over the past few years. 7) Disc brakes front AND rear. That said, I'd be darned happy with a Tacoma if I could have found what I was looking for. I dont think you can go wrong with either. |
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Replying to: hkings (Dec 27, 2004 10:10 pm) |
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Replying to: joker (Jan 06, 2005 6:55 pm) 1) Both are pleasing to the eyes but i preffered the frontier styling. Just personal preference i dont like the toyota front end. Just looks weird to me can't really explain why. 2)The options taco just didn't have them 3)Road noise in the cabin of the taco was terrible. Toyota really needs to sound proof the cab better 4)I thought both road about the same decision push 5)interior i acctually liked the simplistic interior of the frontier. clean lines very nice. 6)bed i like the spray in bedliner and railing system of the frontier. But i have to say the plug in in the tro is nice but in the end how often would i really use it 7)I liked the rocksford system over the taco system. Sub puts out just the right amount of base for me. inconclusion either truck would be a great edition to your driveway. Both manufactures are proven. The frontier was just more to my liking. Happy Trails!!!!!!!!! |
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Replying to: tacofan4life (Jan 05, 2005 8:47 am)
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Replying to: wvfrontier (Jan 06, 2005 8:25 pm) |
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but it climbs Mt. Everest!
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Replying to: drbill1 (Jan 06, 2005 9:39 pm) |
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