2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 182 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pickup | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pickup | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
