2010 Nissan Xterra vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 826 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Xterra | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
