2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Duna 2004 Nissan X-Trail
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Duna X-Trail
Year Released 2001 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 80.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2630 mm


 

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