2006 Acura TL vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |