2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. Both 2000 Nissan Almera and 2003 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
