2000 Acura TL vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 609 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
