1999 Nissan XVL vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser

To start off, both 1999 Nissan XVL and 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Nissan XVL. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan XVL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Nissan XVL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan XVL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan XVL. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan XVL.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Nissan XVL 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
Make Nissan Toyota
Model XVL Retro Cruiser
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 373 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1615 kg
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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