2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
