2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |