2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |