2011 Ford S-Max vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 458 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford S-Max | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | S-Max | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
