2003 Acura EL vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2003 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | EL | Armada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |