1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 264 kg more than 1991 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
