2002 Acura TL vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura TL | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Frontier |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 381 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |