2001 Acura TL vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 468 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Honda Accord 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 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |