2001 Acura TL vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |