2003 Acura EL vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 644 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | EL | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |