2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | X-Trail | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |