2002 Acura TL vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger 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 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |
