2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Tundra | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |