2000 Acura TL vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Journey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
