2001 Acura CL vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | CL | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
