2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Xterra and 2009 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 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 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Xterra | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Xterra | NP300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |