2003 Acura TL vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi SUP 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 62 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 422 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | SUP |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
