2000 Toyota Solara vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Solara | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Solara | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
