2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Acura NSX
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX. 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 2005 Acura NSX. 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 (316 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2005 Acura NSX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
