2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 318 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Phaeton | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |