1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 194 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
