I was hoping somebody could clear this up for me. I was researching the payloads of both trucks, and what I'm gathering is that the Tacoma, for some reason, is able to haul a lot more weight than the Frontier. Is there any particular reason for this? The Tacomas seem to have about 300-400 more pounds of payload capacity, even though they have a lower GVWR. Does this make sense? Does anybody know the reason?
2004 Frontier. Payload - 970 lbs, GVWR - 5421 lbs
2004 Tacoma Payload - 1395 lbs , GVWR - 5100 lbs
What's even more confusing is that I've read on other forums that the Nissan is better at hauling stuff, particularly in the newer trucks since they have a more powerful engine. However, the payload amounts are still low even on the newer trucks... barely above 1100 lbs. I would definitely be interested in a Frontier if a good one came along, but if it can't haul a camper very well I might have no use for them.
2004 Frontier. Payload - 970 lbs, GVWR - 5421 lbs
2004 Tacoma Payload - 1395 lbs , GVWR - 5100 lbs
What's even more confusing is that I've read on other forums that the Nissan is better at hauling stuff, particularly in the newer trucks since they have a more powerful engine. However, the payload amounts are still low even on the newer trucks... barely above 1100 lbs. I would definitely be interested in a Frontier if a good one came along, but if it can't haul a camper very well I might have no use for them.