2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 563 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |
