2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 626 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Titan | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
