2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga.
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 Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Kuga | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
