2002 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | X-Trail | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1586 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
