2004 Acura TL vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
