2000 Acura TL vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Edge |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |