2000 Acura TL vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 10 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 725 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
