1995 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
