2002 Skoda Superb vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2002 Skoda Superb and 2002 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Superb. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Superb | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
