2011 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 847 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Armada | 2004 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Armada | TL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
