2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail and 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | X-Trail | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
