The XTerra - great concept, but something was lost in the translation. Or something like that.

The early XTerra was *very* underpowered. The 0-60 times immediately crossed it off of my list. They did recently offer a SC option, but I'm not sure how much improved that powerplant was/is. It certainly needed the help.
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The next gen XTerra - the 05 - should be much improved. It will ride on a larger frame and carry a larger, more powerful engine. *
Unfortunately, I believe it will be sprung by leaf springs in the rear. Too bad the auto manufacturers did not throw leaf springs out the door with rear drum brakes.

* (thats alot of 'largers' .............. )