2007 Acura TL vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II 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 169 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
