

Nissan Xterra Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
This vehicle is truly made for off-road. It performs very well on rough terrain and in deep snow right from the factory. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2002 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Nissan has a solid reputation for a reason - they make reliable and affordable cars. Generally nothing to get overly excited about, but a good performer. Except on the Xterra I love that profile. see full Nissan Xterra review |
Nissan Xterra Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Nissan has a lower reliability reputation than toyota and honda. While I agree with that in general, I would say that xterra is an exception: it is on par with 4runner and fj cruiser on reliability and durability. Still, Nissan looks like doesn't care about their reputation in this area. It is actually quite close to subaru in this area - their reputation looks like not important to them, because nowadays they try to impress buyers with all that "innovation and technology" bs, instead of worrying about keeping a reputation of reliability and durability. see full Nissan Xterra review |
Toyota Sienna Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Toyota is still Toyota. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
no issues see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
High marks with other owners see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Known as a reliable vehicle. Higher resale value Quiet ride. Smooth ride. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Resale should be decent. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Toyota (before all the recalls) see full Toyota Sienna review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I have heard (and read) good things about the Toyota. I went to the dealer expecting the van to feel cramped, overpriced and dealer unwilling to negotiate. The last time I looked at Toyota (20 years ago) a dealer asked how much over retail I would pay. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Toyota is a reputable name and I trusted that the product would be of a high standard. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Toyota = good value, good product, good reliability. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Toyota at the time was unbeatable. see full Toyota Sienna review |