2021 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Nissan Altima

When it comes to comparison shopping for a new vehicle, the people in the buying process need to get comfortable with a certain amount of give-and-take. The Acura TLX has proven with each passing model year that it is long on giving to its owners and short on making them compromise. A comparison between the 2021 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Nissan Altima will put a pretty fine point on this idea. The two sedans each demonstrate a familiar form factor, though the 2021 Altima might be a little larger. However, owners of the 2021 TLX will have significantly more performance to work with. Acura makes the 2021 TLX available in four different versions TLX (base), TLX with Technology, TLX with A-Spec® and TLX with Advance. There are a few other important differences between the two sedans that potential buyers should know. 

Acura of Modesto customers can start the pre-ordering process for the 2021 Acura TLX today by calling, 209-527-7000. 

It is not uncommon for modern vehicles to be equipped with a smartphone-compatible infotainment system. However, of the 2021 Acura TLX and 2021 Nissan Altima, only the TLX makes access to both the Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ standard equipment across the entire trim ladder. If that isn’t enough connectivity for Acura of Modesto customers. The 2021 TLX also makes AcuraLink® Connected Services and a mobile high-speed Wi-Fi hotspot standard equipment as well.  

There is no available version of the 2021 Nissan Altima that comes with a Wi-Fi hotspot of its own. Finally, the top-of-the-line Advance version of the 2021 TLX also features a 10.5-inch heads-up display. 

Engine Output Information

The 2021 Acura TLX employs a turbocharged 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine attached to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel-drive is standard, but all four 2021 TLX models can also be equipped with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™. Since every current TLX has the same powertrain, each 2021 model for sale or lease at the Acura of Modesto showroom will be able to make 272 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque.  

People who choose to go with the 2021 Altima will be at a marked performance disadvantage compared to their peers who have gone home with the 2021 TLX. Nissan offers two engine options for the 2021 Altima, neither of them makes as much power as the standard power plant used by the 2021 TLX.