2001 Acura TL vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
