What is “TFLtruck: By the Numbers”? It’s a video segment where we provide no opinion, but get you all the real-world measurements and most important specifications. Can you look up this data on a manufacturer site? Yes, most of it is available there. We went further and learned more about the driver seat measurements. Also, this is a direct comparison of trucks that directly compete, and you can find it all in one place.
The first episode of “TFLtruck: By the Numbers” is a comparison between the segment sales leader – 2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4×4 and the 2016 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X. These two trucks are configured with comparable options and compete directly against each other.
| 2016 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X | 2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6: 261 hp / 281 lb-ft of torque | 3.5L V6: 278 hp / 265 lb-ft of torque |
| Transmission | 5-speed Auto | 6-speed Auto |
| EPA MPG | 15/21/17 | 18/23/20 |
| Max Payload (lbs) | 1,039 | 1,155 |
| Max Towing (lbs) | 6,100 | 6,400 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 125.9 | 127.4 |
| Length (in) | 205.5 | 212.3 |
| Width (in) | 72.8 | 75.2 |
Check out the video for driver’s seat and bed measurements.
