2001 Acura TL vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 57 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
