2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
