2001 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 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 49 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
