2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | TL | I |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |