1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Pony | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Pony | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |