2010 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 464 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2002 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Fiat 500 2002 Nissan X-Trail
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 500 X-Trail
Year Released 2010 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1404 kg
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 60 L


 

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