2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | X-Trail | NP300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |