2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 136 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Jetta | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
