2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
