2024 Jeep Gladiator vs. 2024 Nissan Frontier Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator

2024 Jeep
Gladiator

MSRP*: $37,895 to $52,995
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan Frontier

2024 Nissan
Frontier

MSRP*: $30,030 to $42,900
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MPG - City 17 MPG 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 35.5 ft3 40.1 - 49.6 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 310 hp
Towing Capacity 4,000 - 4,500 lbs 6,180 - 6,690 lbs
Exterior Length 218.0 in 210.2 - 224.1 in
Exterior Width 73.8 in 73.0 - 74.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 26.2 - 33.2 in
Head Room Front 42.8 in
Rear 42.8 in
Front 39.7 - 39.9 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Jeep Gladiator than the Nissan Frontier. The Jeep Gladiator will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Nissan Frontier.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Gladiator as you will with the Nissan Frontier, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Jeep Gladiator is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Frontier.

Dimensions
The Jeep Gladiator is a little wider than the Nissan Frontier, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Gladiator, which is slightly longer than the Nissan Frontier.

Handling
The Jeep Gladiator has a larger turning radius than the Nissan Frontier, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Nissan Frontier is clearly the choice over the Jeep Gladiator for pulling heavy loads. The Jeep Gladiator has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Frontier.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Jeep Gladiator doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the Nissan Frontier.

Utility
The Jeep Gladiator offers a little more seating capacity than the Nissan Frontier, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them. The Nissan Frontier has a lot more cargo capacity for hauling lumber or gardening supplies than the Jeep Gladiator.