2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 2009 Nissan Xterra
Make Nissan Nissan
Model R 390 GT1 Xterra
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 543 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors