1992 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
