2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2005 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Xterra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |