2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 4Runner | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
