2003 Ford Model U 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 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Model U | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Model U | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |