2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
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 Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
