2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 2 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.5 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 | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
