2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura RL.
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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1998 Acura RL | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Titan | RL |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |