2005 Acura CL vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II

To start off, both 2005 Acura CL and 2005 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL 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 45 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.

Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. 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 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura CL 2005 Nissan Terrano II
Make Acura Nissan
Model CL Terrano II
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2660 mm