2000 Acura TL vs. 2001 Acura Integra
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra.
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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2001 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
