2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 858 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan X-Trail | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
