2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 593 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Almera | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Almera | RDX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |