2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | X-Trail | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
