2008 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 2 and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
