2001 Acura TL vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |