1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 700 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.

Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Marcos 2 Litres 2005 Nissan X-Trail
Make Marcos Nissan
Model 2 Litres X-Trail
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1600 kg
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2540 mm


 

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