2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 868 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2010 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Yaris | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |