2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.

Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda S2000 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Honda Nissan
Model S2000 X-Trail
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2157 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L