1991 Mercury Capri vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Capri | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Capri | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |