2003 Acura TL vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 225 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 81 L |
