2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
