1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Brava | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
