2003 Acura CL vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2003 Acura CL and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | CL | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
