2025 Nissan Frontier vs. 2025 Toyota Tacoma

Knowledgeable truck shoppers like you can dive deep into the head-to-head between the new Nissan Frontier vs. Toyota Tacoma. If you’re weighing your next midsize pickup, understanding the specs of each is key to making the right decision. 

At Empire Nissan, we break down how each model stacks up and why the Frontier might just be the smarter pick for your next adventure in Fontana. Keep reading to learn more!

Nissan Frontier vs. Toyota Tacoma: Performance

When it comes to specs, the Nissan Frontier takes the lead in raw capability for everyday work tasks. It has more power and torque in the standard configuration than the Tacoma. For example, the towing capacity gives an edge on hauling heavy loads.

Compare the Nissan Frontier vs. Toyota Tacoma base engines below:

2025 Nissan Frontier

• Standard engine: 3.8L DOHC I6
• Horsepower: 310 hp
• Torque: 281 lb-ft of torque
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic
• Towing capacity: 6,640 pounds

2025 Toyota Tacoma

• Standard engine: i-FORCE 2.4L Turbocharged I4
• Horsepower (automatic/manual/SR): 278 hp / 270 hp / 228 hp
• Torque (automatic/manual/SR): 317 lb-ft / 310 lb-ft / 243 lb-ft
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic / 6-speed manual
• Towing capacity: 6,300 pounds (Limited) / 6,400 pounds (SR/SR5/TRD Sport/TRD Off-Road) / 6,500 pounds (TRD PreRunner)

Nissan Frontier vs. Toyota Tacoma: Safety Features

It’s important to feel safe on the Rancho Cucamonga roads. With the exclusive Nissan Safety Shield® 360 on board, the 2025 Nissan Frontier offers peace of mind:

• Traction control system 
• Vehicle dynamic control 
• Forward collision system 
• Brake assist 
• Intelligent braking with front pedestrian detection
• Intelligent driver alertness system 
• Cruise control
• And much more

Test-Drive The 2025 Nissan Frontier At Empire Nissan

Let’s break down Frontier vs. Tacoma specs together. At Empire Nissan, our team will help you decide which of the Frontier trims is right for you. Visit us in Ontario, near San Bernardino, today. Contact our truck specialists to get a real sense of how the Frontier outpaces the competition, and how it might just be the truck that checks all your boxes. In the meantime, apply for financing online. We can’t wait to see you!