2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Xterra | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
