2005 Toyota Tazz vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Tazz 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Tazz X-Trail
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 80.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.9:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 948 kg 1515 kg
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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