2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 211 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sienna | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
