2007 Acura TL vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 111 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |