2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 723 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Xterra | Titan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4060 mm |