2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 937 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
