2007 Acura TL vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura TL | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Crew |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |