1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |