2003 Acura TL vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 497 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
