2006 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
