2002 Acura TL vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 109 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
