1999 Acura SLX vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 855 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 Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Tundra (544 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | SLX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 4180 mm |
