2010 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
