2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 6 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Xterra | Kuga |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |