2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 30 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
