2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123. 2000 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2123 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
