2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 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 161 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Xterra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
