2002 Acura TL vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 674 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TL | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3460 mm |
