1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna. 2007 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Duna | Xterra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |