2002 Acura TL vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 433 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3471 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
