2010 GMC Terrain vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 6 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain 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 105 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Terrain | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Terrain | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
