2011 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Fit | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1290 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |