2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 138 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 564 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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 Toyota Starlet. 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 (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
