2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 893 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Xterra | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |