2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Grandis | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
