1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 465 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Volkswagen Nissan
Model Karmann-Ghia X-Trail
Year Released 1956 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1192 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 39 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1285 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 60 L


 

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