2007 Acura TL vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada 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 Armada | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Armada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5600 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 | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 105 L |