2000 Acura EL vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 11 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. Both 2000 Acura EL and 2011 Nissan Juke are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 242 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura EL | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | EL | Juke |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2530 mm |