2001 Acura TL vs. 2009 Acura MDX
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 8 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2009 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | MDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
