2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 10 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cruze | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
