1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. Both 1996 Nissan Stagea and 2005 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Stagea | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Stagea | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |