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#569 of 1428 Re: Telescoping steering wheel [toykick] by 2005lekc Oct 02, 2005 (6:06 pm)
Replying to: toykick (Oct 02, 2005 2:49 pm) Toykick,   First let me say that I think the Tacoma is a very nice truck and I considered one when I bought my Frontier. That being said I take issue with you on the quality being much less in the Frontier than in the Tacoma.   I am not sure what your definition of quality is, but I did not see that much difference in the two trucks when I was looking at them. When the interior is considered there are quite a few that think the Tacome is far superior. Maybe it is just my poor taste but I actually prefer the Frontier interior.   When I look at reliability Consumer Reports does not show that much difference in the two. In 2004 Tacoma was much better than average right down the list. In 2004 the Frontier was rated better than average in only 4 areas; electrical,suspension,brakes, and body integrity.   In 2003 Tacoma again had much better than average in all categories, but body in- tegrity where it rated an average. The Frontier had a better than average rating in body integrity and body hardware. I would call that a wash.   Since reliability is one of the most important things to me I don't see much difference in the two. These figures are on an average so as close as they are you could get a good one or bad one from either manufacturer just by the luck of the draw.   I have had 8 Datsuns/Nissans over the years and I have never had a bad one. I have had 2 Toyotas, a 2000 Solara which my wife is currently driving and a 1969 Crown which I bought new.   The Solara is one of the best cars I have owned and we have done only normal maintenance on it in the 5 years we have been driving it. On the other hand I kept the Crown less than a year and it spent more time in then shop than on the road.   Like I said, you can get a bad car from any manufacturer just as you can an excellent car. I think that when two trucks are as good as these, they are both worth taking a chance on.   OkieScot Replies to this message: driver56 (Oct 02, 2005 6:45 pm)
#570 of 1428 Re: Telescoping steering wheel [2005lekc] by driver56 Oct 02, 2005 (6:45 pm)
Replying to: 2005lekc (Oct 02, 2005 6:06 pm) I am another driver that prefers the Frontier interior to the Tacoma's. The centre console in the Toyota looks out of place- almost as if though it was borrowed from a sedan. As far as " quality " is concerned, the Tacoma may be one step up with some of the interior materials used, but not significantly. Keep in mind that these two trucks are of new design for 05 and should not necassarily be compared with past vehicles as far as reliability goes. I have faith in both these companies.
#571 of 1428 Re: 05 frontier and 05 tacoma [driver56] by dockeen Oct 02, 2005 (7:30 pm)
Replying to: driver56 (Oct 02, 2005 5:46 pm) Maybe there are regional differences, but the local Toyota dealership gave me an initial quote which was right about where I thought they would end up. They were very nice but not high pressure. I was happier with the experience than I was with the one getting my wife her Baja.   I bought a 2005 Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 long bed. The length does take some getting used to for someone coming from a B3000 regular cab for sure.   I hope in 6, 7 years, I think of it as a good purchase, and I certainly hope the same holds true for the Frontier buyers as well. May we all be happy with our trucks!   Wayne Replies to this message: driver56 (Oct 02, 2005 8:03 pm) trd_tacoma (Oct 02, 2005 9:48 pm)
#572 of 1428 Re: 05 frontier and 05 tacoma [dockeen] by driver56 Oct 02, 2005 (8:03 pm)
Replying to: dockeen (Oct 02, 2005 7:30 pm) No doubt there are regional differences....our local dealership just may have attitude. I'm glad you had a pleasant experience and may we all. The Tacoma is quite a big step up from the B3000 in many ways so enjoy. Time will be the best judge of the choices we make. Enjoy your new purchase!   Mike Replies to this message: trd_tacoma (Oct 02, 2005 9:48 pm)
#573 of 1428 Re: Telescoping steering wheel [time2] by toykick Oct 02, 2005 (8:31 pm)
Replying to: time2 (Oct 02, 2005 4:46 pm) lol read back when i told you what this forum is called...   Well like you guys said time will tell... Nissan improved a lot this year on JD powers but so did other manufacturers... Whats really weird to me is how Hondas luxury brand is having more issues then HONDA...
#575 of 1428 Re: 05 frontier and 05 tacoma [driver56] by trd_tacoma Oct 02, 2005 (9:48 pm)
Replying to: driver56 (Oct 02, 2005 8:03 pm) Just to let you guys know answer me this who won the motor trend truck of the year? And Wat do u see more out on the streets? Yeah the early model tacomas have issues but hey no one is perfect. I perfer drum brakes over disc for one reason only drum last longer. The tacoma in my opinon looks better, but the frontier looks nice. Interior wise have you guys seen a tacoma with the trd seat cover looks slick. I own a 05' tacoma pre runner v6 trd package.And i love the truck. One issue i had was the windshield was not installed right i got alot of road noise even humming. Got it replaced truck is quiet. So probably that guy that compared both froniter and tacoma and said frontier was quieter was probably cuz the tacoma wasnt built right. As in power wise i feel the tacoma is punchy off the start and in passing on hwy is exellent. As far as mpg i get 325 on regular 89 octane and 335 on 91 oct. And i have a heavy foot. i love to push it. My tacoma has 14k miles no porblems at all. From a toyota owner i give the tacoma the edge. But it all comes down to what the buyer likes more. Both trucks are awesome. Great job on both companies.
#576 of 1428 frontier & tacoma by driver56 Oct 03, 2005 (1:49 pm)
Albeit professional, Motor Trend's opinion is just that. Many other professionals have their opinions and they never agree all the time. So what is it? Keep an open mind and educate yourself and then make your own. You've got to love the competition Nissan and Toyota have created ; two solid companies producing good quality vehicles. This alone can do nothing but good for us all. That said, I believe Ford, G.M., Chrysler have decent products to offer. The bar has been raised!
#577 of 1428 Re: Tacoma #1 [toykick] by goofball Oct 03, 2005 (9:13 pm)
Replying to: toykick (Sep 28, 2005 5:41 pm) Photographic evidence of the fuel Octane requirements for the Tacoma V6 powerplant, straight from the pages of my owners manual (in reply to post #541 and #543):   Click for larger image.   The only statement anywhere about why to run 91 octane fuel is in regards to improved performance. Nothing about longevity being affected by running higher octane levels. For the average person driving a V6 Tacoma, 87 octane is fine. Replies to this message: woodshop28 (Oct 04, 2005 6:38 am)
#578 of 1428 Re: Tacoma #1 [goofball] by woodshop28 Oct 04, 2005 (6:38 am)
Replying to: goofball (Oct 03, 2005 9:13 pm) I don't think it is uncommon to recommend premium for optimum performance. I think the Toyota 4.0 may be a bit more sensitive to the use of regular vs. premium than the Nissan 4.0, in terms of the difference in power if using 87 vs 91. However, how much power does a pickup this size need to do its job? Even if the tacoma had 210 HP instead of its 240, or whatever it is by the new standards, it'd still do just fine in almost any situation it'd be asked to handle. In reality, neither the tacoma or Frontier need as much power as they do, but it is nice to have. I don't know if it is true, but some say using premium will get you better gas mileage in the tacoma, so it may be better to use it, despite the addition cost of gas. With modern technology, power is up, while economy is not being lost, which is great. The whole tacoma vs frontier power debate is over-hyped. Either is more than powerful enough for its size.

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