2008 Ford Edge vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Edge | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |