2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 245 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
