2009 Acura TL vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | TL | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |