2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1600 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |