1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu Vehicross would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 158 kg more than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Vehicross | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
