I own a 2000 TL, and I am not really happy about the car, and the dealers in my area...
I can't comment on the Infiniti, but my two of my friends go the IS300... So here is what I think...
TL is a nice car... and because the new body style is out, you can get a very good deal on the 2001 model. The 2002 model will be facelifted, and got more futures like 6 disc CD, memory seat, clear tail light...etc. Go to
www.acura-tl.com for more info...
But keep in mind that the TL is just a family sedan. It will NEVER handle like the IS300 even if you put every single suspension mods you can find on the market. The TL might be faster while cornering... (very unlikely but it's possible if you got money to blow!) BUT IT WILL NEVER "FEEL" the same
You can drift with the IS, it's a RWD, it's fun, and it's got a better way distribution. That's really important.
The TL got some problems with the Engine computer, noise, and bababa... Damn, guess because it's made in the US, that's why! No offense intented...
But the IS300 is cutting corners, too. They don't even have full leather, auto-dim mirrow, and arm-rest. But that will change soon with the 2002 model.
Oh and SS on the Acura is better than the E-shift on the IS IMHO.
I can go on... but just be ture to yourself... Think about what you really want!
Do you want a good value? then they both are!!!
Do you want space, and comfort? Than go with the IS
If you want some FUN, and got sick and tired of those BMW's on da street. Go with the IS.
I think the BMW is still a better car in a higher price range. But that's JMHO.
Be true to yourself, you know what you really want!!! But don't get the automatic IS300 if you can wait for the stick. It will give you a lot more FUN!
Oh and the IS300 is not that fast... Keep that in mind. The TL can hang with the IS and have a very good chance to win in a drag race. I am not talking about the Type-S, just the base TL. Oh, and the seat on SUX. I am 5' 10' and I don't have enough knee space with the TL...
Feel free to E-mail me if you got any more questions... Personally I will NEVER buy an Acura again in my life. But I would go with the Bimmer instead of IS. That might change however, with the full leather 5 speed