2005 Honda Fit vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |