2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | X-Trail | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
