2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 241 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Xterra | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
