2006 Acura TL vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2006 Acura TL and 2006 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 150 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note. 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2006 Nissan Note | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Note |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |