2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 876 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
