1999 Acura SLX vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 298 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | SLX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 233 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3246 mm |
