2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Xterra and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2007 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Xterra | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |