DARE TO COMPARE
Nissan Frontier vs. Chevy Colorado
At a Glance: Frontier vs. Colorado
Are you unafraid to get a little dirty? Do you feel most like yourself when you’re tackling a bumpy course? Do you feel powerful as you climb a steep ascent gracefully? Whatever off-road activity gets your heart pumping, you’re probably in need of a midsize truck like the Nissan Frontier and Chevy Colorado to get the party started.
Our crew at 24 Auto Group near Quincy, Boston, Norwood, and Brockton, MA, have put together this comparison to help you decide whether the Frontier or the Colorado are most prepared for the rugged ride ahead. Interested in learning more? Continue reading.
HORSEPOWER
310 HP | 237 HP
Frontier vs Colorado
STANDARD GROUND CLEARANCE
9.4" | 7.9"
Frontier vs Colorado
INTELLIGENT DRIVER ALERTNESS
Standard | N/A
Frontier vs Colorado
See the Difference for Yourself
Select a category below to learn more about how the Nissan Frontier compares to the Chevy Colorado.
PERFORMANCE
The ride to the trails can often be as fun as the off-roading itself, especially when you’re behind the wheel of the Nissan Frontier or the Chevy Colorado.
Goosebump-Inducing Power
A cup of coffee to start your day? Forget about it! The Frontier’s powerhouse base engine will do all the energizing:
- Nissan Frontier: 3.8-liter V6 engine with 310 horsepower and 281 lb-ft of torque
- Chevy Colorado: 2.7-liter Turbo engine with 237 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque
If you’re looking for some sturdy pep in your step on the way to the trails, the Frontier might be the better option.
The Ultimate Off-Roader
What makes a truck the ultimate off-roading machine? Is it its commanding performance, durable tires, and safety features? According to the Nissan Frontier and the Chevy Colorado, it’s their standard ground clearance. However, you’ll find the Frontier is more lifted than the Chevy:
- Frontier Ground Clearance: 9.4 inches
- Colorado Ground Clearance: 7.9 inches
With a more lifted body, you won’t have to shy away from the rocky trails in the Frontier—its higher suspension will help avoid undercarriage damage! You may have to be more careful in the Chevy due to its shorter standard ride height.
TECHNOLOGY
When you set sail on your next adventure, you’ll want to remain completely in control. Thanks to helpful technologies in the Frontier and the Colorado, you will. However, the Nissan’s unique features make it easier to stay on track.
Hey Siri!
Ready to tune in to your favorite music? Both trucks have standard smartphone integration, namely Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. No matter which side of the Apple vs. Android debate you’re on, you can pair your phone with ease in either model.
The Frontier also provides standard Siri® Eyes Free, which allows your iPhone to serve as an extension of the infotainment system. You can use “Hey Siri” commands (as you would with your phone) to stay in charge of your entertainment and to remain focused on your drive!
While the Colorado goes without this feature, Google Built-In is available with an upgrade.
Explore Confidently
When you need to chart your course, the Frontier has you covered from start to finish with available Nissan Door to Door Navigation. This feature delivers live traffic information, 3D building graphics, and turn-by-turn directions. Plus, it can even provide walking directions to and from your Frontier. This is a great addition when you forget to ping your location before heading out to explore!
The Chevy’s available Google Built-In feature provides access to maps; however, this system offers more traditional GPS navigation functionality compared to the Frontier’s more versatile feature.
SAFETY
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Safety is important for midsize truck drivers, especially when their soul calls to the wild. After all, when you’re staring down rocky obstacles or uncharted courses, you want to feel completely confident and at peace.
Provided Protection
Both the Nissan Frontier and the Chevy Colorado offer standard crisp RearView Monitors to assist in reversing. These camera systems will also be helpful when your teen driver takes the reins!
You’ll also find each truck has standard driver assistance on board. In fact, they share a few brand-specific features in common, including:
- Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- High Beam Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
Plus, with system upgrades, you’ll be under greater protection provided by available Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Intelligent Cruise Control in either model.
Alert and Aware
Interested in having even more on-road assurance? Look to the Frontier. This truck offers these additional driving aids:
- Intelligent Driver Alertness: This system monitors your driving behaviors for distraction or fatigue. If either condition is detected, you’ll be alerted to take a break.
- Available Traffic Sign Recognition: This system was designed to keep you aware of posted traffic signs, such as speed limit signs.
Although the Chevy’s driver-assistance suite is impressive, it goes without comparable features to those found in the Nissan.
Ready to Roll?
As two highly capable midsize trucks, the Nissan Frontier and the Chevy Colorado have proven themselves to be capable of tackling any terrain near Quincy, Boston, Norwood, and Brockton, MA.
Which one is better, though? Thanks to its greater standard engine, higher ground clearance, unique technologies, and additional protection, our crew believes the Nissan Frontier will help you make an easier transition from the pavement to the dirt. Do you agree? If so, stop by 24 Auto Group for a test drive today.
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