2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa 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 31 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Previa. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan X-Trail | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
