2000 Acura EL vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 371 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura EL | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2630 mm |
