1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. Both 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia and 2006 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.

Because 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 2006 Nissan X-Trail
Make Nissan Nissan
Model 200 SX Silvia X-Trail
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 80.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2630 mm