2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino

To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Xterra 2012 Fiat Fiorino
Make Nissan Fiat
Model Xterra Fiorino
Year Released 2009 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2316 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 45 L


 

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