2009 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 268 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Eos | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Eos | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
