2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Extreme EX | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Extreme EX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
