2001 Acura TL vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2010 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2010 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | TL | RX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
