2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2485 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
