2007 Acura TL vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | TL | I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1512 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 |
