2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 474 kg more than 2003 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Titan | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
