2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
