2001 Acura TL vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 217 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | TL | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
