2000 Acura EL vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1556 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 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura EL | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | NV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 2635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3711 mm |
