2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
