1998 Acura SLX vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 303 kg more than 1998 Acura SLX.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1998 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm). This means 1998 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura SLX | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | SLX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2660 mm |
