2012 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2012 Nissan X-Trail and 2012 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | X-Trail | Splash |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |