2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 27 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1195 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
