2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Frontier | TL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
