2008 Acura TSX vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. 2000 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
