1991 Subaru XT vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Subaru XT (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru XT | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | XT | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
