2002 Acura TL vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 9 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
