2000 Acura RL vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 407 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RL | Cube |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
