2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra. 2005 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3270 mm |