2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 706 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Because 2009 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | X-Trail | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |