2001 Acura TL vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |
