2005 Acura TL vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL 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, 2005 Acura TL, 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
