2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
