1998 Nissan Stagea vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Stagea | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Stagea | TL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2775 mm |