1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 457 kg more than 2010 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Xterra. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Nissan |
| Model | Silver Spur | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
