2005 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 538 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |