2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 307 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
