1999 Acura TL vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura TL | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |