2000 Acura TL vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 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 51 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fusion 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 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
