1993 Renault Express vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Express | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
