2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | X-Trail | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
