2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 443 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cee'd | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
