2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 422 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |