2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum

To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 Toyota Ipsum has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan X-Trail 2002 Toyota Ipsum
Make Nissan Toyota
Model X-Trail Ipsum
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1572 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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