2008 Acura TL vs. 1995 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 362 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura TL 1995 Nissan Presea
Make Acura Nissan
Model TL Presea
Year Released 2008 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2590 mm


 

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