2008 Honda Element vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |