2010 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Tech Specs
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| 2010 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Technical Specifications |
| Overview |
| Models: | SE, LE, PRO-4X |
| Body style / driveline: | midsize pickup truck / front engine, 4x2 and 4x4 |
| Construction: | body-on-frame (ladder-type), corrosion-resistant and high-strength steel |
| EPA vehicle class: | midsize pickup |
| Manufacturing location: | Smyrna, Tennessee |
| Engine |
| Name | VQ40 |
| Cam design | DOHC |
| Orientation | Longitudinal |
| Cylinders / configuration | V-6 |
| Block / head composition | Aluminum / aluminum |
| Displacement (cc) | 4.0L (3954 cc) |
| Horsepower | 261 @ 5600 RPM |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 281 @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore & stroke (mm) | 95.5 x 92 |
| Compression ratio (:1) | 9.7 |
| Spark plugs | Platinum-tipped |
| Maximum engine speed | 6000 rpm |
| Induction system | Nissan Induction Control System |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve, silent chain, two-stage, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Engine mounts | 4 solid (non-fluid filled) mounts |
| Emissions system | LEV2-ULEV
Tier 2 Bin 5 |
| Exhaust | Single exit & main muffler |
| Electrical |
| Ignition system | Electronic (direct injection) |
| Starter | 12 volt |
| Alternator | 110 amps |
| Battery | GR24F-550 |
| 2010 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Transmission and Drive System |
| | 4x2 | 4x4 |
| SE | LE | PRO-4X | SE | LE | PRO-4X |
| Drive configuration | 2WD and 4WD |
| 6-speed M/T | Available | - | Available | - |
| 5-speed A/T | Available | Standard | Standard | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Gear ratio | 6-speed M/T | 5-speed A/T |
| 1st | 4.368 | 3.842 |
| 2nd | 2.518 | 2.353 |
| 3rd | 1.743 | 1.529 |
| 4th | 1.283 | 1.000 |
| 5th | 1.000 | 0.839 |
| 6th | 0.769 | - |
| Reverse | 3.966 | 2.764 |
| Final drive ratio (:1) | 3.538 (M/T)
3.133 (A/T) | -
3.133 (A/T) | -
3.133 (A/T) | 3.692 (M/T)
3.357 (A/T) | -
3.357 (A/T) | -
3.357 (A/T) |
| Rear axle |
| Dana 44 M/T | Standard | - | Standard | - |
| Dana 44 A/T | - | Standard | - | Standard |
| C200 M/T | - |
| C200 A/T | Standard | - | Standard | - |
| Transfer case | - | Rotary switch for part-time 4WD |
| 4WD High | - |
| 4WD Low | - | 2.625 |
| Crawl ratio (M/T / A/T) | - | 42.33 / 33.86 | - / 33.86 | - / 33.86 |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard (5AT) |
| Hill Descent Assist | - | Standard (5AT) |
| 2-Wheel Limited Slip | Standard | - |
| 4-Wheel Limited Slip | - | Standard |
| Electronic Rear Locking Differential | - | Standard |
| 2010 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Braking, Steering, and Suspension Systems |
| | 4x2 | 4x4 |
| SE | LE | PRO-4X | SE | LE | PRO-4X |
| Braking |
| Front (in.) | 11.65 x 1.1, 2-piston vented disc |
| Rear (in.) | 11.26 x 0.71, single piston vented disc |
| Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) | Standard |
| 4-wheel ABS | Standard |
| Parking brake | Center Lever |
| Steering |
| Type | Engine speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion |
| Overall ratio (:1) | 20.4 |
| Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.55 |
| Curb-to-curb turning diameter (ft.) | 43.58 | 43.33 |
| Suspension |
| Front | Independent |
| Bilstein shocks | - | Standard | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer bar | Standard |
| Rear | Overslung multi-leaf |
| Bilstein shocks | - | Standard | - | Standard |