2007 Acura TL vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Acura TL 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 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2002 Infiniti I | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | TL | I |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |