2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xterra | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
