2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
