1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
