2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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 2011 Nissan Titan. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Titan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |