2011 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1456 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan X-Trail | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | X-Trail | iQ |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 32 L |