2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Camry 2002 Nissan X-Trail
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Camry X-Trail
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2362 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1285 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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