2005 Acura EL vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
