2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 2006 Nissan X-Trail and 2006 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2006 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan X-Trail | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
