2008 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
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 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Outback Sport | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Outback Sport | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |