2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 78 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Blackhawk | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2640 mm |
