1998 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. 2012 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Breeze | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Breeze | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
