1999 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | Integra | Xterra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |