2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
