2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 786 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
