2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 284 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V. 2002 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1404 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |