2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 329 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |