2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 387 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Xterra | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |