2002 Infiniti I vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | I | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
