2003 Acura TL vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid 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 25 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | TL | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |