2002 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 AC Aceca 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 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | AC | Acura |
Model | Aceca | TL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |