2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
