1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 602 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 2003 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Argento Viva | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
