1999 Acura TL vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 14 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura TL | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TL | X670 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2815 mm |
