2012 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Evanda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Evanda would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Evanda, 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Xterra | 2009 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Nissan | Daewoo |
| Model | Xterra | Evanda |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
