INFINITI Q50 vs Acura TL

With smoother dimensions, a bolder looking exterior, and a luxurious set of 19-inch wheels, the 2014 INFINITI Q50 definitely provides an amazing value for one?s dollar. But how well does it fare against the 2014 Acura TL?

While the TL does offer a relatively comfortable ride, there have been complaints about its anonymous personality. Not to mention, rear-wheel drive competitors are typically able to

offer better performance, considering that the TL only boasts about 280 horsepower (against the Q50?s 328 horsepower engine). The INFINITI Q50 also boasts 3.5 Liter Hybrid models, including the S Hybrid, offering 360 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Even the 3.7 Liter Acura TL models fall short of the INFINITI Q50 models, offering a mere 305 horsepower, compared to 328 or 360 horsepower in the Q50 models. INFINITI Q50 or Acura TL?

INFINITI Q50 or Acura TL?

Quality Performance and Power in the INFINITI Q50

Powered by a V6, 3.7-liter engine, the 2014 INFINITI Q50 provides drivers in Charlotte, NC with a powerful 328 horsepower engine. What is even better is that it?s able to provide this power while maintain great fuel efficiency (about 20 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway). While the Acura TL gets roughly the same fuel economy, it somewhat drags in power. And considering that drivers near Huntersville, NC are paying roughly the same price per vehicle (about $36,000), it would only make sense to invest in the one that offers better overall performance.

Braking Systems - Another Checkmark for the Q50

During testing, the 2014 INFINITI Q50 was able to stop from 60 MPH in an amazing 117 feet when wearing summer tires. This is above average for vehicles in the same class. During the same brake test, the Acura TL was able to make the same stop, but in only 122 feet, which is about average. This supports the fact that the Q50 does promote a higher degree of safety than its counterpart, especially when drivers are handling dangerous roads.

Which One Offers Better Interior Design and Features?

One of the main problems associated with the 2014 Acura TL?s interior is that it is quite complicated. ?Too many buttons? tends to be a common complaint among owners, but that is just the beginning. For shorter drivers in the Mooresville, NC area, the front seat may prove to be a little uncomfortable, even after making adjustments.

The INFINITI Q50, on the other hand, has undergone some major interior changes, and now comes with a beautiful eight-inch touchscreen that is very user-friendly. The vehicles new In-Touch electronics will allow drivers in Cornelius, NC to fully customize the information being displayed on each individual screen.

The interface is solid, responds quickly, and can even be integrated with a smartphone app. The Q50?s interior also promotes a very solid and comfortable ride for drivers. Seats are ergonomically designed and fully adjustable.

More Cargo Room in the INFINITI Q50

The Q50 offers an ample amount of cargo room, which hovers right around 13.5 cubic feet. And this if fairly roomy considering its class of car. The Acura TL lacks slightly in this department, offering about 13.1 cubic feet worth of storage space. And while this may not seem like a huge deal on paper, that small amount of variance could mean the difference between storing your groceries with ease and storing them all with difficulty.

Bottom Line - The INFINITI Q50 Beats the Acura TL

At this point, it is easy to see that the 2014 INFINITI Q50 offers too much performance to pass up. And while the Acura TL is a solid vehicle in its own right, it simply doesn?t match up to what the Q50 has to offer.