1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Xterra | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |