2004 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan X-Trail | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1080 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
