2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | D8 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |