2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro vs Nissan Frontier PRO-4X vs Rocks, Water & Mud - Which Truck is Best?

[@patricklachance3187]

I've always been a Taco guy and owned a 4Runner for a bit. Got a Pro-4X in January and I love it! I took it out for a spin in the trails and it really did just fine. Now, I don't do extreme stuff like in the video, so I think the Frontier has an edge over the Taco when it comes to smoothness, interior desing and overall bang for your buck. Yes, we know the Taco is reliable and the Frontier is brand new, yet I decided to get the "new" Nissan a chance. So far, so good!

[@josefermalino461]

Already has a recall for the Nissan

[@redandblack1911]

​@@josefermalino461 what recall?

[@perrydavies3592]

my 2016 already had an engine rebuild at 119K, paint is fading hard on the roof, (yes I waxed it 4 times a year). tail gate shock is broken, plastic trim inside the sunroof fell off... Yea, so I am not real happy with my Taco. Oh and Toyota corp said no help.... So, pretty much one of the worst vehicles I have ever owned. Major bummer. I got it for the reliability and it sucks. Oh and the gas mileage isn't even close to what they advertise. sorry guys. I wanted to love it, but can't wait to get a new truck when I get the money...

[@sammyjammy6647]

@@perrydavies3592😂😂😂

[@Josh-by8mq]

What are your thoughts on it now?

[@Arkeo36]

I said it before in a different video about the Frontier, but the Frontier is probably the pound-for-pound most overbuilt and robust passenger vehicle sold in North America.

[@Rigo9]

How so? I owe one and I love it. First truck I’ve owned

[@johnnyreb9398]

@@Rigo9 he wasn't saying that's a negative.

[@Rigo9]

@@johnnyreb9398 I know, I meant as in I would like to know how. When it comes to vehicles I just mess around with the basics and this being my first truck I’d like to know

[@bjornironsides6474]

@@Rigo9 think miniature titan. Full box frame like titan and f150. And ram :)

[@orlandoduran7740]

@@bjornironsides6474 the ranger and colorado/canyon also have fully box high strength steel frames

[@briankelley616]

Goin' muddin' with your dad in two cool trucks, that's a good day eh. Happy Father's Day to all the dads. Thank you Truck King for another fun video. 😁

[@DireWolf28]

Nissan really needs to bring back the 6 speed manual transmission option for the new frontier. That truck would be a killer piece of kit!

[@Thelos7878]

That’s the only reason I picked the Tacoma over the Frontier. 6speed MT and I’m jumping to Nissan.

[@justing6594]

Same here! Patiently waiting.

[@donays8241]

Ill wait, they need to have as toyota still keep it.

[@prawnstar9213]

Agreed.. for off-roading I’ve always found a manual to be the best

[@prawnstar9213]

@@Thelos7878it’s a fake manual though right?

[@sarrum7696]

Hope you all appreciate and cherish all this time you get to spend together. I lost my dad, and I’ll tell ya, you look back a lot. - Hope you guys make lots of great memories together.

[@MyPastman]

Sold my tacoma and bought the 2022 Nissan pro! Loving it!!! What no one is mentioning " LIFETIME POWER TRAIN WARRANTY " for Nissan. Using the EXTRA 10 grand for a 3 inch lift and radflow springs and shocks!😁

[@blessed4164]

After moding your pro4x you still have a couple thausands left over and a better truck than a 🌮

[@johnnyreb9398]

See you got the right idea.

[@johnnyreb9398]

After you are done I would LOVE to see that one put up against the almighty Toyota.

[@johnnyreb9398]

I will point out a bad design you will contend with that is better on toyota and pretty much any other truck I've looked at and that's upper control arm placement. For some reason niSSan didn't center the coil bucket in the upper control arm so when lifted the factory control arm bangs down on the coil bucket so you have to get aftermarket upper control arms I have alldogs offroad but there's spc too but something else I don't know if you have checked out that would be up your alley since it seems like you might have the funds for modding go look up the titan swap for the frontier I think alldogs offroad already did it on the gen 3 frontier should be a video. If you haven't seen anything on that yet it's where they take a titan front end and put it on the frontier and give it crazy travel. I believe the kit pretty much includes what I told you about and what you were talking about but I think it runs $1700-3000 not sure haven't looked lately.

[@MyPastman]

Yes, the parts were ordered from alldogs offroad. With radflow coils and shocks!

[@frustratedalien666]

I think a more apples to apples comparison would be to compare a access cab Tacoma TRD Off Road against this Frontier Pro-4x. The Bilstein shocks are comparable and the price isn't significantly different either.

[@kristoferfc6525]

I agree, but sometimes it's hard to even get the trucks they have in the video

[@RaddDadd29]

I agree. The Fox shocks on the Pro model will dominate Bilstein basics anyday

[@scrumdiddily6162]

The pro is an off-road, just with astheruc differences and a lift

[@Mr14041985]

I dont agree, they are comparing the top of the line frontier vs the top off the line tacoma so i think thats a great comparison. They are talking about 10k diference BUT only because tje frontier is the king cab, if it was the crew cab the diference in $ will be much much smaller and if that was the case ill choose the Tacoma any day

[@WhosthatTeamAFC]

I feel like the TRD off road is a direct comparison to the pro4x. If frontier came out with a pro-4x nismo it’d be a direct comparison to the TRd pro.

[@joseramos7476]

When you consider price and comfort I’ll take the Nissan.

[@galindojuan1]

But would the Nissan last and hold its value as long as the Toyota? I don’t think so.

[@chrisbreezy2676]

@@galindojuan1 yes, Nissan trucks last. Yes, it will hold value. Also why is the last factor such a big deal for you? What person buys a new truck and immediately thinks about it’s resale value 😂😂

[@galindojuan1]

@@chrisbreezy2676 can you please tell me where I said I’m going to sale it right off the bat.

[@mcchickenmcflurry3636]

That’s gross

[@frankmaio7106]

Not me​@@chrisbreezy2676

[@anthonyc1883]

Love the ramp to reveal the underbody details. Very nice touch.

[@TruckKing]

Thanks! 👍

[@Ashoud_Anobetah]

Yep got to say ive been looking for a video comparing this and this is the first review I found with this😊

[@savillecreations8046]

For less than $10,000 you could do some mods to the Frontier for better tires and higher clearance and still benefit from better breaks and power.

[@SA-hk8xj]

Agree, the Frontier is an “overall” 4x4 for regular roads, off roading, and what most people will use it for. Definitely a great value. The taco is a great off roader but for everyday driving it is not as comfortable nor is it a bargain 😉

[@anthem4333]

Well, sure it is. The Tacoma gonna last so much longer

[@steve8803]

@@anthem4333 last longer? The frame rotting is a concern! And longevity for the Nissan is certainly of no concern. They are both reliable trucks.

[@anthem4333]

@@steve8803 the frame rotting WAS a concern, not anymore. And let’s not act like Nissans automatic trannies are any good (except the Allison in the Titan).

[@steve8803]

@@anthem4333 it still is a concern according to The Car Care Nut. Let's not act like the auto tranny in the Tacoma is very pleasant, always hunting. Sluggish. I honestly believe both trucks are the most reliable in the segment. Obviously neither are perfect. Personally I would get the pro4x over the TRD pro because it's significantly cheaper in my country.

[@TIJoe-te9qu]

@@anthem4333 That's pure bias and conjecture. See the video of Brian Murphy who drove his Frontier a MILLION miles doing delivery work in Chicago.

[@mateorichie]

Wish that king cab pro4x would make it in the states, great work as always guys

[@tommyg.6820]

Steve your excitement is so awesome. I love the work you guys do at Truck King! Keep it up Elmers.

[@truthkeeperfilms]

The class leaders here. Nissan and Toyota. Reliability. Value. Resale. Features. The domestics can't touch that.

[@Arexodius]

It was really cool seeing you guys tackle a different set of terrain in the Minden off-road park, in addition to your own, and I believe you nailed the comparison and the verdict on these two trucks!

[@TruckKing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DUNEATV]

Love the Tacoma…but due to how old it is I seriously have trouble justifying its cost! Jeezzzz

[@ALMX5DP]

IMO it's just a powertrain upgrade away from being near perfect.

[@DUNEATV]

@@OverlandOrange I understand that buddy but in 2004 I bought a Ford Expedition NBX model which was the off-road package of that year. I sold it to a friend three years ago and he still has it with 250,000 miles on it. It runs like a top and has never needed any repairs other than a left rear axle. Original starter alternator and everything else under the hood. Toyotas are not the only reliable vehicles on the road.

[@DUNEATV]

@@OverlandOrange I don’t think it was luck. The 5.4L 2V motor was awesome and the vehicle was garage kept with religious oil changes and regular maintenance.

[@75pontiac45]

I have a 21 TRD off road, with the TRD lift and a standard transmission. Saved $8k vs buying the pro and has all the same tech and upgraded suspension. I’ll take that manual transmission all day everyday vs the frontier for the same cost.

[@moctezumaaleg2008]

I mean many people rather have older and simple its a offroad truck or truck per say its not suppose to be fancy just get a pavement princess if thats what you want.

[@clintshanks2538]

Don’t like the comparison of the TRD Pro vs Pro4X. Nissan needs NISMO to get involved and put out something comparable. Pro4X is the TRD off-road competitor. For 10K you could add couple inches of travel, better tires, and a front locker and still have $ leftover for dinner.

[@Wuldier]

pretty much what i said too lol.

[@vitocorleone3724]

The Tacoma TRD off-road in the access cab configuration would have been cheaper, and about $10k less than the trd pro. The front skid plate on the TRD pro is aluminum.

[@ponolovefarms3926]

I’ve got that exact truck ordered and selling my 2020 pro with 43k miles. Love these trucks.

[@stog9821]

I was thinking the same. Price of extended vs crew cab isn’t apple to apple. The technical differences seem fair enough.

[@chrislukasak8530]

came here to say this

[@toadis6949]

Trd pro skid plate is boron steel

[@novadestroyerthesundestroy890]

@@ponolovefarms3926 how much?

[@tomdowding2075]

Nice video! Thanks for doing this. I bought the 22 pro in electric lime, manual transmission. I love it. Who needs crawl control when you have 1st gear in 4LO!

[@mdnazmul-vm9ib]

1st gear is for rock only but hard

[@mdnazmul-vm9ib]

Also no demonstration on pro

[@rudedog7682]

With the extra $10,000 you can do a serious suspension upgrade!

[@cnoyes72]

I was thinking the same thing. Buy the SR5 and upgrade the suspension, etc yourself and save $$$

[@johnnyreb9398]

@@cnoyes72 or you could just get the better over all truck in the first place and put decent suspension and lockers on the niSSan.

[@beexiong2995]

Buy a TRD offroad instead of the pro. It has all the tech the pro has just with bilstein shocks. Buy the factory 2 inch lift. All under 45k

[@cnoyes72]

@@johnnyreb9398 Yeah, that would be the Ranger. LOL

[@michaelhatfull3305]

I would spend and did spend the extra $10,000 to have peace of mind of reliability. Nissan is not known for reliability at all. Hell they have been known to have one of the worst transmissions.

[@northerntoyota7584]

You’re right about crawl control, very jerky. Only use if needed for me. Tacoma is the better off road truck, no question

[@alexgarcia3900]

Craw control is literally that. It's only jerky on the lowest setting in a flat surface, but then again, it's not meant to be used in flat surface.

[@johnwebb2232]

The trd skidplate is quarter of an inch thick aluminum, while the sound of the crawl control might not be up to the rest of the manufacturer's, it does still work, which is the whole idea of it. It's funny how back then everyone was so impressed with it, and in a lot of cases, still impresses

[@moctezumaaleg2008]

well I don't think it was ever meant to sound good.

[@anthonygianettino2557]

Moreover...the crawl control system in the Tacoma is PROVEN RELIABLE

[@FT099]

Niceeee. Thanks for sharing this new trail. I want to head down there this weekend with my Ford Ranger

[@andyham6094]

The trd skid plates are also aluminum, not steel. And I’d argue the Toyota crawl control is still the best out of any brand and the jerking back and forth makes it better off road when you are trying to get over bigger rocks and that jerking really helps the Toyota trucks find and catch it’s footing slippery terrain or climbing over stuff and getting you out of situations. A

[@dp935]

You forgot to mention that the Nissan has a fully boxed frame where as the Toyota it is a C frame.

[@carmelodejesus4877]

you a Tacoma men and I'm a frontier men don't a crying baby my personal opinion frontier is better..

[@andrewjones-ex5xo]

Just bought a 2022 tacoma trd off road. Cannot wait to pick it up in 3 days. Had a 09 tacoma base model i bought in 2010 wit 12k miles on it. Got into an accident last month and it got totalled with 263,000 miles on it an was running strong

[@raymikes1234]

You could buy the trail edition, locking diff it has a 1 1/2 inch lift and way cheaper than the TRD, if cost is a issue, or a off road model too. The crawl control is noisy but, the new Tundra is a new system and quiet, the new Tacoma and 4Runner will be updated soon so I see why they would wait to upgrade that, not very cost efficient at the end of the model life. ,

[@trailrunnah8886]

Agree, the trail eddition seems like the sweet spot for the Tacoma. Plus it looks great too.

[@daporter84]

I've always thought the pro-4x was more on par with the trd off road would love to see that comparison?

[@jmyers6175]

Agree, more equal comparison, both have bilstein shocks and stock suspension height.

[@colin707]

Great video in comparison and loved your guys' energy! New subscriber!

[@Miiike604]

Love this YT channel. As always, great work. Taco is awesome but it’s due for a healthy revision with some more modern technology.

[@jax1079]

What a great video, guys! Always love your enthusiasm and authenticity. Hope we get to run into each other one of these days. Love your content! Keep up the excellent work. 🙌🏻

[@AwesomeEricD]

For the $$$$ ... Pro X4 all the way !!!

[@Dudewitdaplan22]

I test drove both and I felt that you got more bang and more comfort for your buck with the Nissan. It did everything the TRD Pro could do for almost 20k cheaper, here in the states.

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

20k cheaper? the dealer I'm getting my Tacoma from sells trd pro tacomas for msrp which is around 47k

[@Falinzin]

@@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN In this market? Used 2020 tacos are selling for 60k. Brand new TRD pros all have a 10k+ USD market adjustment.

[@scott8238]

​@@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN ummm you must not be looking at a trd pro

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

@@Falinzin No, they don't. The dealer I got my TRD offroad sells strictly at MSRP. They just sold 3 TRD Pros for under 50k.

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

@@scott8238 wrong. If you want the dealer name I'll give it to you, the trucks are still on their site

[@lthemanl]

2021 4Runner owner - My truck allows you to run one of the MTS modes in 4H. The least aggressive one. I think it's called mud/sand? I run it in the winter when I'm in deep snow and it works great! You sure the Tacoma doesn't allow it? EDIT: I stand corrected. Just confirmed in the user manuals of both the 4Runner and Tacoma. The MUD & SAND mode can be used in 4H on the 4Runner but must be in 4L on the Tacoma. Very strange!

[@useryggfdcc]

Will test mine, Tacoma TRD 4x4 premium.

[@beexiong2995]

Probably programming considering they are very similar parttime 4wd modes

[@ayoungtricknamedjim5498]

You're really saying the opposite of what every other reviewer I've seen say about these. The others all say the Frontier is better than the Tacoma in nearly every way possible.

[@DEEZ_NUGGETS]

From what I see the pro4x is just a TRD off road down to the Bilstein 4600's so comparing it to a TRD pro (especially price) seems ridiculous.

[@barryw5642]

I have yet to see any other brands' crawl control equivalent get you unstuck like I've seen the toyota system work. It's not supposed to be quiet or comfortable, it's an off road feature. From observation I would still say it functions better than other systems for its intended purpose. I think it's a good tool to get unstuck more so than "cruise control" for off road. Nobody really used those systems that way that I've seen in the real world.

[@raymikes1234]

Agreed 100% you are spot on

[@joseeduardo4327]

Yea I’m unsure why he wants to go so fast in “crawl” mode haha

[@lukepotosky4853]

He didn’t say it didn’t work it’s just not as good as every other manufacturer.

[@barryw5642]

@@lukepotosky4853 I know, I'm saying it works better than other manufacturers'. It's may not be as comfortable or quiet, but it's got better off road functionality.

[@ImOldGregg]

The taco skid is aluminum too

[@OIFIIIOIF-VET]

Amazing how many companies have copied the front cutouts for the approach angle of the ZR2.

[@jmyers6175]

Nissan not painting their half shafts and rear prop shaft. Buy some flat black paint for metal and paint over them.

[@makeamericagreatagain881]

Drum brakes on a 60,000 dollar truck is a joke

[@badhombre8383]

Taco hands down 💁‍♂️ it’s a no brainer has been for decades…there’s a reason for that. 💁‍♂️

[@Ryan-yi5ro]

Taco transmissions are garbage and the truck is made for midgets.

[@davidhillbrand2302]

Both nice trucks; seems like a 2" lift on the Nissan would be perfect!

[@Falinzin]

I'm doing a 3 inch lift on my 2022 Pro 4x (In Tactical Green Metallic) that I just picked up - seems the right height for me, was going to do 4 inches but then it wouldn't fit in my garage! Compared to the Taco's on Toyota dealers lots here with $10-15k market adjustments I'm in the Pro 4x (Which unfortunately I still had to pay a $5k above MSRP market adjustment) for almost $20k USD less than the Taco... that's a lot of upgrades.

[@scottwells6136]

@@Falinzin This is exactly the info I was hoping to see. I know the video compared stock models, but it does seem like a Pro 4x with a lift kit and a shock upgrade, if it could be done for the difference in price to a TRD Pro, would be a great vehicle.

[@nismomike3182]

I can upgrade suspension, bumpers, and tires. Powertrain on the other hand, not so much.

[@francislegayada1783]

Totally right, the Frontier because it has the better powertrain and in my opinion has a better interior and better looks, the frontier can do anything the tacoma does offroad just maybe with a little drama and it is like the better tacoma just not as good offroad in some situations but you can fix those little offroad issues

[@Falinzin]

@@francislegayada1783 A 2-3" lift and some bigger tires for the Frontier solve all of it's problems too... that's maybe $3-4k total, if you put $3-4k into the Tacos powertrain it's only going to be pushing what the Frontier is stock, and you can't solve that jerky transmission either.

[@c.r.rg9529]

Still have my 1991 toy 4x4 22re 4cylinder 151k miles. Tough little truck😅

[@Scouser74]

Such a good video, I've been looking at getting a Tacoma, and your videos are great at showing what they can do, cheers from BC

[@perrydavies3592]

full disclosure, I had to have my engine rebuilt on my 2016 tacoma at 119K miles.... yea.... The dealership told me how rare it was, even though they had several 3rd gens up on the lifts getting major repairs. I think toyota slipped in the quality control and hides major problems... took 3 months for a rebuild, over $3200 in car rental fees....

[@1PokerMan]

It is crazy, it is incredible that in 2023 the Tacoma does not have a rear disc brake, it is not understood

[@mattklassen5519]

There is a steel skid plate under the aluminum plate in the front of the Frontier

[@sonmanic3408]

I bought a 22 frontier pro 4x. And I love the damn thing!! My only gripe is the intelligent braking system. I believe that it's a little 'dramatic'. Thoughts?

[@70DMac]

For a few dollars you can put a lift in the Nissan, upgrade the tires and get aftermarket steel front skid plate for a lot less than 10k.

[@joesmithatridecorp9011]

It's not exactly apples to apples. but a $1000-dollar Bilstein set up with its 2 inches of lift and some Kenda Kutter R/t -for about a total of $3000 (possibly need a 1inch spacer/cheap) you not only are in front and going to stay there but you have a tough looking truck and over $5000 to put in your pocket. Tacoma is Badass no doubt and you have to put work in to pass it in the frontier- But in a sense your making $$$ and that always takes work! Nobody rocks those trucks like Truck King-I get a belly laugh sometimes watching those new trucks get it just the same way as if it was an old truck that was well used. Thank you guys - Happy Holidays

[@davidt.7558]

I would always choose toyota over all.

[@kennethm.380]

yeah, that koolaid tastes just right?

[@DanielGloverTheGreat]

Just received my 2022 Frontier Pro-4X Crew Cab and did some trails with it here in Utah. Definitely more worth the money after dealer fees are incorporated into the pricing. Toyota dealers want $20,000 on top of MSRP and Nissan wanted a standard markup. Far and away more worth it to get the Frontier. Now, a year from now if the market cools down and prices become regular again, Tacoma may be the clear winner. But as the market stands, get a Frontier plus a lift and STILL save $16,500 over a Tacoma. Both are great trucks, no doubt.

[@MiK3Y13]

of course you would say that when you bought one. gotta justify it somehow

[@toma.6942]

​​@@MiK3Y13I am looking for a New truck myself. Could buy either. But I would take the Nissan all day and I just might buy a new one next year. Had my friends 2023 Tacoma for a week and not impressed at all. While I was definitely impressed with the frontier on test drive.

[@MiK3Y13]

@@toma.6942 sure some people will it. There’s an ass for every seat. But by large numbers it’s the best selling for a reason

[@toma.6942]

@@MiK3Y13 I understand your point. But researching the frontier for awhile now. It has very good realibilty. I was actually very surprised

[@Aceinfinity-le8zc]

How did it hold up ?

[@carolinawoods-n-water4392]

I like the new redesigned Frontier Pro4X a lot - but I’d go for the Toyota all day long & twice on Sunday, hands down!

[@dridi5964]

So you buy a frontier you upgrade it with a lift and better tires and you still save money and you get way superior truck than a Tacoma with fake skid plates and bad breaks

[@Kusgan4x4]

3" lift & Cooper MTs on my pro 4X. it does well off-road.

[@alinhinthoulay6323]

Same here. Lift and didn't run me any where near an extra $10k

[@MiK3Y13]

@@alinhinthoulay6323 ya but you know that the extra money into the 4x is now gone... the pro tacoma you can always sell for comparison to the new Price of a pro...

[@erickullmann9037]

I already bought the Tacoma and was wondering if I should upgrade the tires. I am impressed with how much those stock tires can get through. I know they dont have the sidewall protection of a KO2 but the traction is impressive.

[@ryanbachman380]

Tacoma all the way 🤙🏻

[@toma.6942]

Nope.

[@dontderockmerizz3211]

Turning radius has ALWAYS been a problem for Frontiers. Hard to believe Nissan hasn’t improved that. I have a 2011 Suzuki Equator (rebadged frontier) & the turning circle is a real pain in the a**. Especially for parking in tight lots.

[@randalsweeting661]

Problem is all nissan did was put a new cab on a old fram. I would like to have seen a all new fram to match the new cab. The nissan looks awesome but its still has all the same problems that I hated on my 2017. The turn radius and open diffs. I loved my 2000 era frontier. Only thing that truck needed was more power lol. Give me that light weight nimble truck with the new 3.8 engine and 9speed.

[@GeorgeSawtooth]

What kind of moron worries about a turning radius of a 4WD?

[@dontderockmerizz3211]

@@GeorgeSawtooth um, the 2WD is the same tough guy. Do you own one? I do. It’s f’n aggravating.

[@GeorgeSawtooth]

@@dontderockmerizz3211 Yeah I am a tough guy and could probably kick anyone's ass in a street fight and I don't care what a turning radius is on a truck. Buy a Prius.

[@c0ldyloxproductions324]

@@randalsweeting661 open diffs? They are limited slip diffs not open, the old first gen was open diffs

[@frustratedalien666]

I agree the crawl control system makes a lot of noise and isn't the smoothest, but it gets the job done, so I don't see the problem with it. You can reach up and increase its speed with the knobs a bit and it won't do this lurching. The lowest setting is useful only when you really need to be that slow. If you look at the Ford Ranger (at least the 2020 and 2021 model years), the crawl control doesn't go down to this speed. Personally, I don't care as long as it works.

[@antonio7815]

Great vid man

[@elaw1995]

Another great comparison video … thanks! BTW the Tacoma’s skid plate is also aluminum

[@g7003041]

Love your review... best duo.

[@daniDEE_tv]

Great scenary. post cordinates for trails and maps if possible later videos for local people to have a chance take the same course to "feel" the vibe if yah know i mean. awsome

[@fishing_with_chaz]

Hands down between the creature comforts inside and the bang for the buck I'm all in for the Nissan frontier it's cheaper and you can do a lot of upgrades for 10 grand price difference plus the 9 speed keeps the frontier from searching for a gear when pulling hills and the bed isn't lined with plastic it's a steel bed that you can have line x sprayed in.

[@GarryMurray-i1y]

Great video. After test driving both as a daily driver , I’m going Frontier. Better power band and transmission as well as better fuel economy, which I tested. Both make reliable trucks but for bang for the buck and overall ergonomics and long term use. I think the Frontier is a tad better. Nissan doesn’t get enough credit for their motors. The 5.6 as well as the former 4.0 litre are Bulletproof. Always like the appearance of the TRD Pro but just not behind the wheel as much.

[@scott8238]

For this test to be fair you would compare the Pro4x vs the normal TRD but since you didn't just add the nismo 2 inch lift and then this would be an even match up with 8k still in your pocket with a much better power train and overall better truck being the the Nissan hands down.

[@Doomzdayxx]

Nissan doesn't offer manual trans.Toyota does. Checkmate.

[@scott8238]

@@Doomzdayxx Tacoma doesn't offer a fully boxed titan half ton frame. Check mate.

[@Doomzdayxx]

@@scott8238 we're talking small trucks, not half ton. Sorry, no checkmate. In your defense though, Nissan still offers a naturally aspirated V8, which might last as long or maybe longer than the shitty tt v6 in the tundra.

[@rrrrrrtt1]

just interesting watching your stories about stuff other than the trucks! :) Truck stuff cool too.

[@gregmve6gcm]

I have to agree with you on the locker only being available in 4 low. My 20 Ram 1500 with the offroad package can be locked in any mode including 2 wd. Something Toyota needs to address.

[@abielcantu9629]

Locker or no Locker, Toyota buyers will be loyal to the brand due to it’s reliability better re-sale value things that unfortunately Dodge does not currently offer.

[@rondail5675]

I pick the Nissan Frontier PRO-4X for 2022. All bets off when the new Tacoma, Ranger, and GM-Twins are released.

[@derekberry1399]

Yeah good thing they got a head start. Can't wait to see how the new Colorado is.

[@randomuser3555]

I have a 2023 Pro-4X. First of all, yes I wanted a Taco-Pro. The price difference was huge. In Texas we didn't suffer as much from the whole dealer "market adjustment" scams so you could get decent deals on trucks. I replaced my 2002 Silverado 4X4 5.3 Vortec. The old girl has 235K miles and now my son drives it. The Pro-4X was much cheaper with way more options. I love my little truck, but...that beautiful front end design on the Taco is just magnificent IMO. Just not worth the extra funds for a weaker drive train. Also the fully enclosed box frame and armor work on my Nissan is top notch! But damn the old Taco is sexy! But honestly, those Fox Shocks while not as good on the road are great off road! However my Nissan does handle way better on pavement. Give and Take situation I guess. I also don't have to worry about salted roads, so spray some WD-40 on the underside and good to go man!

[@netcruzer]

The king cab long box Pro-4X doesn't get the fender flares? Interesting omission compared to the crew cab.

[@getlosttoday4045]

happy Father's day TK!

[@Jay-us8ko]

I like how these trucks get through the water I live in Orlando this year we have real bad hurricanes I saw a small car trying to get through the water they started smoking I was seeing the big trucks go through the water with no problem

[@poltergeist3194]

Canada is so lucky, in that you get the Pro-4X in a King cab offering. In the states we can only get a Pro-4X in a Crew Cab.

[@pcasso87]

It would be cool if we can see the spare tire space as well to see if it can fit a bigger tire.

[@ChadHargis]

Save $10k and put $5k worth of aftermarket protection and suspension on the Frontier and use the other $5k for gas. :)

[@trail-wolf4x4]

While I really love the redesign of the Frontier, having test driven an SV, it still feels like it's a bit overpriced and over hyped

[@francislegayada1783]

I think the Frontier is actually underrated because when it first came out, people were excited for a little bit but after a couple of weeks the hype went down, when the tacoma came out in 2016 it was super hyped up and i think over hyped because the hype of the tacoma is pretty much still there and I would choose the Frontier because it has the better powertrain and in my opinion has a better interior and better looks, the frontier can do anything the tacoma does offroad just maybe with a little drama and it is like the better tacoma just not as good offroad in some situations

[@johnnyreb9398]

What's the great price on that Toyota running now, $100,000?

[@TheConservativesrock]

I have a 21 with the same powertrain as 22, but the old body and interior. Powertrain is excellent on the road. Turn radius is atrocious

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

​@@TheConservativesrock the Chrysler pt cruiser and 2nd gen Frontiers have the worst turning radius of any vehicle I've driven...and I deal cars for a living..

[@jesseriley7681]

It’d be cool 😎 if Toyota would let you get the tundra running 🏃‍♀️ gear ⚙️ in the taco 🌮

[@gongsu]

After seeing the Nissan perform, and the price of the Tacoma. I'm even more torn between the Colorado or ranger lol

[@dennissmith7214]

Colorado for sure! 😁

[@mattlee4807]

I’m biased, but the Ranger Tremor is a beast.

[@axeamaniac4490]

You could take that 10k difference and put it into the Nissan and add tires and suspension giving it more clearence and offroad capabilities.

[@MiK3Y13]

Sure but then it'll break down and all that 10000 is thrown away, plus if you buy the Pro Tacoma the 10000 grand increase in price always has resale value.. meaning when you trade it in its worth more, win win! Upgrades dont mean its worth more.. just throwing pointless money into a vehicle.

[@chocolatemagneto9679]

@@MiK3Y13 The frontier reliability is on par with the Tacoma. Never heard anything bad about it

[@jesseriley7681]

Yeah the Nissan definitely has better under body protection than the taco 🌮 does

[@northerntoyota7584]

Look at the Nissan’s front diff, exposed. The 1/4 aluminum skid on the Tacoma protects what you’re most likely to hit a lot better than the thin tin plates on the Nissan

[@ALMX5DP]

@@northerntoyota7584 both look pretty darn good for OEM offerings. The Nissans diff is exposed but looks like it’s tucked up a good deal and adjacent to the center skid plate.

[@jg8263]

@@northerntoyota7584 Yeah, but if you are making contact mid vehicle, then kiss the Taco's exhaust goodbye. The Frontier definitely packaged the exhaust away better.

[@joma13344]

@@northerntoyota7584 The frame on the frontier also does a better job of protecting things. The transfer case sticks down a bit on the tacoma.

[@zeak617]

Great content. Thanks for the video.

[@seaneastman6323]

We all wanna see the new taco compared to the new nissan 2024 please. Great videos

[@marksullivan8200]

I'd like to see the nismo upgraded billstien shocks / leveling upgrade on the frontier against the much more expensive tacoma

[@baileymccormick7474]

Hey Steve I’d love to see you guys bring the ranger tremor out to the off road park.

[@mattlee4807]

Yes! I think it would be a great comparison video with the Taco.

[@bullitt743]

Awesome Video! I have a a TRD with crawl control and it works great! it makes noise for certain, however i use it when i need it. Its rare that i use it, in fact i can't remember ever like cruising with it on a little muddy road. I use it to get out of being stuck and very slow technical situations. Nissan Shock mounts are higher than the rear diff at least you don't need to put a spare tire kit in the Bed where your gear/load is to be placed.

[@alexgarcia3900]

The nissan frontier doesn't compete with the trd pro though. It be better to compare it to the trd off road access cab. That is it's direct competitor, it even has the same shocks.

[@dalephillips8250]

Tacoma is better off road but I'd put my money on the Nissan because I don't go offroad but 10% at most. Also I could add larger tires later for clearance and still be well under the price of the TRD PRO Tacoma.

[@perrydavies3592]

I guess for 10K you could definitely lift the frontier and have the clearance, and upgrade the skid plates, and have gas money for a half year.

[@gabemord5088]

I know right. Won't cost anywhere near 10k for a lift 😂

[@deejayimm]

Never understood any reasoning behind plastic skid plates other than just being able to put "skid plates" on the sticker and charge more. Also, we here in Indiana would like to thank you for all that fine Canadian soil we have here, thanks to those glaciers.. lol

[@HAHA.GoodMeme]

The TRD off-road model has no hoodscoop and is the one to get. exhaust reroute and flat mid skid is a must if you're going to be doing serious wheeling in your taco. The clearance on my taco shocks me every time i go out. crawl control is a gimmick on every brand.

[@terrynichol577]

Gimmick? Are you that uneducated?

[@smcjefe]

6:21 given the price difference a more fair comparison would of been a TRD off road vs a Pro X4

[@SeanStewart88]

Both solid trucks. I currently own a TRD off road. I also had an older frontier I traded in but over you can’t go wrong in either. I do give the off-road win to the Tacoma though.

[@jl6757]

Is Ironwood Hydroline a trail or your property? this channel is sick!

[@TruckKing]

That's our own property. But, there are lots of free trails in Ontario

[@axellness]

Nissan hands down. Taco feels sluggish and it's old af. Frontier is also more comfortable.

[@WhosthatTeamAFC]

Agreed. Trd off road edges out frontier in off-road capabilities but on-road driving is night & day between the two. Had my heart set on a Tacoma but ended up with the frontier after test driving. (2023 models btw)

[@PardyN2]

Wait this was filmed in northern Ontario?

[@TruckKing]

certainly was

[@Doomzdayxx]

That extra $8k for the Tacoma will be totally worth it once you start getting up into the 200k+ miles territory. Trust me on this.

[@MiK3Y13]

Dont need to trust you,, just go look on used vehicle sites, hahaha people know how it is..

[@Doomzdayxx]

@@MiK3Y13 after buying my used '00 Camry, I have been a faithful toyota fanboy. That car (which I still have) has treated me well. so I was probably going to go with the tacoma anyway

[@Ashoud_Anobetah]

Yeah for those who want a camry engine

[@Doomzdayxx]

@@Ashoud_Anobetah It's a small truck. Doesn't need a HD pickup truck powertrain. It's like whining about a Prius not having a twin turbo V8. Dumb. The sales numbers don't lie. rangers, and colorados might have better performance, but they are cheaply built dumpster fires.

[@Linknelson]

Nissan has done the steel skid plate at least since 2019, because my truck has one as well for PRO4x

[@claudiodelcastillo893]

With 10,000 I can afford a 2.5in leveling kit and a few more goodies.