2003 Acura TL vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 383 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6. 2003 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1993 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1993 Xedos 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Xedos |
| Model | TL | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
