2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2009 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 158 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.

Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Camry. 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry 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 2009 Toyota Camry
Make Nissan Toyota
Model X-Trail Camry
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2488 cc 3455 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 268 HP
Torque 245 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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