1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 124 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | 3000GT | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
