2010 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Aygo 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 194 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2009 Toyota Aygo, 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 2010 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Xterra | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
