1999 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, both 1999 Toyota RAV4 and 1999 Acura TL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 100 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | RAV4 | TL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
