1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 204 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Serie II | Xterra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 158 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |