2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Acadia | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
