1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Roadmaster | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |