2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
