2026 Ford F-150 vs 2026 Nissan Frontier
The Nissan Frontier wins clearly, 90.6 to 78, on space & cargo, safety. The Ford F-150 is ahead on fuel & range.
2026 Ford F-150
The 2026 Ford F-150 is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large pickup truck with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the F150 Pickup 2WD…
2026 Nissan Frontier
The 2026 Nissan Frontier is sold in the U.S. as a gas large pickup truck with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Frontier 2WD, is EPA-r…
2026 Nissan Frontier
Clear winThe Nissan Frontier wins clearly, 90.6 to 78, on space & cargo, safety. The Ford F-150 is ahead on fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2026 Nissan Frontieroverall 90.6 | 2026 Ford F-150overall 78 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 87.9 | 100 |
| Safetyw 4 | 88 | 70.4 |
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 60 |
| Performancew 2 | no data | no data |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 90.6 | 78 |
Nissan Frontier: model-level data · Ford F-150: base trim XL 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Specifications side by side
40 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Nissan Frontier | Ford F-150XL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,700 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 2.7L V6 EcoBoost with Auto Start-Stop Technology |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 325 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 19 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 25 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | — | 10 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 8.2 in |
| Overall height | — | 75 in |
| Overall length | — | 228 in |
| Overall width | — | 79.9 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 142 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 77.4 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 3 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 40.8 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 43.9 in |
| Weights | ||
| Payload capacity | — | 1,775 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent double-wishbone with coil-over shock |
| Rear suspension type | — | Leaf spring with solid axle |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electronic power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 46.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 350 mm |
| Front brake type | — | Vented disc with ABS |
| Parking brake type | — | Electric |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 336 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | Vented disc with ABS |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 245/70R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 36 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Ford Connectivity |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 84 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 12 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 66.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPNissan Frontier
Top recalls
- highLatches/Locks/Linkages26V023000 · 26,432 vehicles
Ford F-150
Top recalls
- criticalFuel System, Gasoline26V578000 · 223,472 vehicles
- criticalStructure26V550000 · 23 vehicles
- highSuspension26V577000 · 17 vehicles
- highPower Train26V576000 · 37 vehicles
- highPower Train25V863000 · 272,645 vehicles
- minorExterior Lighting26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Nissan Frontier | Ford F-150XL 4X2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | — 20 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Frontier 2WD | F150 Pickup 2WD HEV |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 21 | 24 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,950 | $2,600 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Nissan Frontier or the 2026 Ford F-150?
The Nissan Frontier wins clearly, 90.6 to 78, on space & cargo, safety. The Ford F-150 is ahead on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Nissan Frontier scores 90.6 and the 2026 Ford F-150 78. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Nissan Frontier or the 2026 Ford F-150?
2026 Nissan Frontier: 4 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Ford F-150: 5 NHTSA stars, grade F, 6 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the differences between the 2026 Nissan Frontier and the 2026 Ford F-150?
This page puts 40 specifications and 0 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.