2001 Acura TL vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
