2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | Fox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
