2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny 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 104 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. 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 1988 Nissan Sunny. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan X-Trail | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | X-Trail | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
