The 2001 Nissan Frontier is part of the first generation which was produced from 1997 to 2004. This compact pickup truck is offered with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that delivers 143 horsepower or a 3.3L V6 that provides 170 horsepower. The drivetrain options include either a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) or a four-wheel-drive system (4WD), connected to a four or five-speed manual, or a four-speed automatic transmission. In terms of tech, the 2001 Frontier is relatively basic, with a traditional radio and CD player standard. Safety highlights include front airbags and optional ABS. One unique feature this year is the introduction of the supercharged V6 in the SC model, adding some much-needed power to the lineup.