2011 Scion tC vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Scion tC.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Scion tC | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Scion | Nissan |
| Model | tC | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
