2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 9 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Versa | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1149 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
