2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Bluebird 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 180 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2006 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
