2001 Acura TL vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 12 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Venza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |