2012 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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2012 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | X-Trail | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |