2001 Acura TL vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Xterra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |