2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
