2006 Acura TL vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
