2001 Ford EX vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 1 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | EX | Xterra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |