2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Scion xB
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Xterra and 2006 Scion xB were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 159 more horse power than 2006 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xB. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Scion xB | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Xterra | xB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
