2008 Acura TL vs. 1999 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti G20 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 146 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti G20. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti G20. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1999 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | TL | G20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
