1999 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (343 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | TL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2775 mm |
