2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 2002 Honda Acty

To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TL-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TL-50 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford TL-50 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 2000 Ford TL-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty. 2000 Ford TL-50 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Acty has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Acty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford TL-50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford TL-50 2002 Honda Acty
Make Ford Honda
Model TL-50 Acty
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 660 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 139 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 840 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 50 L