2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
