2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | 350Z | TL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |