2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Captiva | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
