2002 Acura EL vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura EL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2002 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |
