2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1415 kg |
