Xterra vs Flex
Nissan · Ford
1/4 Mile winner
Xterra
Beats the Flex by 0.08s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Xterra beats the Flex by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Xterra thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
261 hp
287 hp
0–100 km/h
7.8s
7.9s
Top speed
200 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
4.0L V6
Naturally Aspirated V6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
381 Nm
345 Nm
Price
$35,000
$31,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Xterra
Flex
100 m
7.026s
7.066s
1/8 mile
10.409s
10.465s
1/4 mile
15.701s
15.779s
1 km
28.347s
28.459s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Flex is $31,000 vs $35,000 for the Xterra — a $4,000 gap. Power: Flex makes 26 hp more (261 vs 287). 0–100 km/h: Xterra is 0.10s quicker (7.8s vs 7.9s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Xterra or the Flex?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Xterra is faster, beating the Flex by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Xterra vs the Flex?
The Xterra hits 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds, while the Flex does it in 7.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Xterra produces 261 hp; the Flex produces 287 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Xterra tops out at 200 km/h, and the Flex reaches 200 km/h.
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