2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
