2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |