2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan X-Trail | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | X-Trail | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |