2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | X-Trail | Cayman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |