1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 781 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 2008 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Duna | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |