2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, both 2005 Nissan X-Trail and 2005 Volkswagen Microbus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 440 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, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | X-Trail | Microbus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |