1999 Acura TL vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 13 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura TL | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2648 mm |
