2001 Acura TL vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 382 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
