2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | TL | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |