2001 Acura Integra vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, both 2001 Acura Integra and 2001 Ford TE-50 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-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 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2001 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | TE-50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
