2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2012 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Hilux | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |