2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |