2000 Acura TL vs. 2013 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Juke. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura TL 2013 Nissan Juke
Make Acura Nissan
Model TL Juke
Year Released 2000 2013
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 226 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L