2003 Acura TL vs. 2002 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 Acura TL. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2002 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TL | 550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
