2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 7 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 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | X-Trail | i40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1534 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
