2001 Acura TL vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1999 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Acura | Venturi |
| Model | TL | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
